The rural villa was probably built in the middle of the 4th century AD by a Roman Patrician, if not a by a member of the imperial family.
The colourful mosaics show daily life, hunting and mythological scenes, and cover more than 3.500 sqm! They are the most complex and largest Roman mosaics in the world. Archaeologists think that they were made by North African artisans because they are very similar to the mosaics of the Tunis Bardo Museum in Tunis.
A running theme of many mosaics, is the capturing and shipping of wild animals. Most of these poor creatures, if they survived the transport, ended up in the Colosseum in Rome.
Opening times in summer (1. April - 31. Oct): daily 09.00 - 19.00 h
If you want to avoid the high entrance fee and the crowds, the Vila Romana del Tellaro in Noto is a great alternative.
Discover the heart of Sicily of the late Baroque period. Rebuilt after the devastating earthquake of 1693 it is part of UNESCO's World Heritage.
Spend the day on a memorable boat excursion through the Aeolian Islands from Lipari. Enjoy the afternoon and evening exploring quaint villages and seeing stunning landscapes of the Mediterranean.
Discover the islands of Vulcano, Lipari, and Sciara on this guided tour from Tropea. Marvel at the incredible Stromboli volcano, visit the black beaches, and explore the pretty villages.
Walk around the lovely medieval village of Castiglione di Sicilia and discover 2 wineries in the Etnean area. This full-day excursion will introduce you to some of the best locally-made wines, and treat you to a lunch made from traditional ingredients.
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.
See one of the most beautiful attractions on the north side of Etna on a guided trek. Explore the forest, lava streams, eruptive fractures, and the massive craters that destroyed Piano Provenzana.
Devour the street food of Catania with a local food expert. Explore the markets and learn about local cuisine and traditions. This is a fully immersive experience in the Sicilian culture!
Journey back to the days of the Greeks and Romans in Sicily on a full-day trip to Agrigento and Piazza Armerina. Admire the ruins of Greek temples and more.
Join a 2-hour guided tour of the Temples valley in Agrigento, a stunning archaeological park added to the list of World Heritage Sites in 1997 by UNESCO.
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