Avola is a coastal city in Sicily. In the past it was an important fishing port, and today it is primarily a holiday resort with small sandy beaches and picturesque coves nearby.
The history of the city dates back to the times of Greek colonization. It was then a port city, and the treasure discovered here in 1914, containing, among others, gold jewelry and coins are on display at the British Museum in London. Since Roman times, Avola has been primarily a fishing and trading port, whose dynamic development was interrupted by the earthquake in the 17th century.
Today's Avola is focused mainly on serving tourists. Old halls of tuna processing plants and small boats standing in the port remind of the old fishing tradition. Some fishermen still go fishing with them, although some are also rented for tourist cruises. There are sandy beaches on the coast adjacent to the city. They are small and separated by low rocks. One of the most famous is Gallina Avola Beach.
Avola's attractions also include the Cavagrande del Cassibile nature reserve. It includes deep canyons through which flows a river with exceptionally clear waters. You can see picturesque cascades here and there, and the river banks are covered with lush vegetation.
