According to data of the Regional Agriculture and Forestry (2010), the province of Trapani, with almost 70,000 hectares, it is the largest vineyard in Sicily and one of the most under vines worldwide. In 2009, the wine and must produced in the province of Trapani has accounted for more than 50% of the Sicilian production (ISTAT)
Planted area for the province in Sicily
Production wine and must by province
The screw and the vineyards are spread throughout, along flat terrain, hills and some mountain relief. Near the sea or inland, on clay soils or dry. This extraordinary wine heritage is the backdrop to the many beauties and attractions of Western Sicily.
Trapani and its hinterland are the part of Sicily, more than any other is able to thrill and excite. Here, between land and sea, the Sicilian reaches unparalleled heights of excellence. The intense colors, the scents and flavors typical of the island in the Trapani area outspoken alternate and chase each other in a game of constant references and contrasts that only in these places reach a synthesis so perfect and original.
In the warm embrace of a generous sun, the unparalleled splendor of the coast of Trapani, with its breathtaking views of the sea which is the protagonist, is fused with the timeless charm of an interior made of art and culture, but also of people, gestures, traditions, staging, every day of the year, ending a show that captures the senses and the mind. An open air performance that only Trapani is able to offer an extraordinary variety of scenes and views.
The scene opens with the distinctive crescent-shaped promontory on which lies the city, bordered by the infinite shades of cerulean sea and decorated with authentic art treasures, to continue in the deep green of the olive groves and vineyards of the surrounding countryside and the whiteness of the salt flats, where old mills still mark the sound of the wind, to end up in places where history and myth merge in the majesty of the extraordinary evidence of the past. With its variety, the territory of the province of Trapani is able to persuade and seduce any visitor.
The white beaches and crystal clear waters of the picturesque seaside resorts that stretch along the coast are able to fascinate both lovers of the purest sea life, that fans of water sports such as surfing, sailing, diving.
The peace and quiet of untouched nature of the islands embedded into the sea Trapani reserving magnificent days to those who prefer to rest and relax.
The paths of the nature reserves scattered over the landscape of the hinterland are able to give unforgettable walks to the fanatics of trekking and hiking.
Lovers of archeology and history can follow the traces of ancient civilizations disappeared in the ruins of temples and Greek theaters or be fascinated by the myths and legends whispered from the walls of churches and castles.
The curious may be attracted to the hinterland villages of the Trapani area destroyed by the earthquake of '68, it turned the pain into courage, were able to rise from the ruins and to project into the future, giving way to post-modern architecture of the most famous architects and artists of the twentieth century.
For the visitor who likes to be fascinated by tradition and folklore, also, Trapani is a real treasure trove of religious and pagan ancient origins that draw from the maritime life of the resorts on the coast or to the customs of the agricultural hinterland.
Finally, gourmets and lovers of good food can not resist the seduction of genuine and authentic flavors offered by the gastronomy of Trapani with its ancient and tasty recipes whose authenticity is an essential ingredient.
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