The Natural Reserve of Preola and Gorghi Tondi was established in 1998 and is managed by the WWF.
It is located in the area of Mazara del Vallo and consists of the four karst lakes Preola, Gorgo Alto, Gorgo Medio e Gorgo Basso. Karst lakes typically have a low vegetation, the flora here consists of calliprina oaks, dwarf palms and mastic. The lakes serve as shelter for migratory birds and domestic bird species. Ornithologists and other bird fans can see wild ducks, herons, warblers, birds of prey, coots, grebes, herons, and nightingales. Other animals are terrapins and lizards.
Visitors will find tow prepared paths, one leads to the Preola lake, the other to the Gorgo Basso lake.
My Guide Sicily, an informative and user-friendly online guide, was created for all those interested in the Sicily region.
Used daily by travellers, tourists, residents and locals, powered by Local Experts, our site reaches the people who are your potential customers.
Set off on a guided walking tour of Palermo’s old town, admiring its landmarks and exploring its bustling markets. Stop to taste a selection of street food as you learn about local cuisine firsthand.
Discover the landmarks of the Sicilian late Baroque period. Rebuilt after the devastating earthquake of 1693 it is part of UNESCO's World Heritage.
Visit one of Italy's finest wineries and enjoy a guided tour, with a boat trip on the Stagnone Lagoon, as you travel along Italy's Salt Road.
Ride your bike through Catania on a guided cycling tour and admire Sicily's most beautiful locations like Aci Castello and Aci Trezza.
Visit the Roman heart of Sicily and charming Greek temples in one day. See the incredible mosaics of the Villa Romana del Casale and take a guided tour of the Valley of the Temples.
Explore the Pantalica Nature Reserve and the town of Sortino on this guided tour from Catania.
Visit a splendid winery nestled 900 Meters above sea level, on the northeastern slope of Mount Etna, and sample some of their delicious wines.
Follow in the footsteps of the fictional Inspector Montalbano on a locations tour of southeast Sicily. Visit locations where the largest part of the acclaimed TV series was shot.
Enjoy a half-day shore excursion to Corleone, a small town that has had its history and culture shaped by the Mafia.
My Guide Sicily is part of the global My Guide Network of Online & Mobile travel guides.
We are now in 180+ Destinations and Growing. If you are interested in becoming a local travel partner and would like to find out more then click for more info about our Website Business Opportunity.
No results found
Filter Events by Sub-Category
Please select a Date first.
