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A genuine medieval mountain town overlooking the city of Trapani.
Erice is a historic town and commune in the province of Trapani in Sicily, Italy. Erice is located on top of Mount Erice, at around 750 metres (2,460 ft) above sea level, overlooking the city of Trapani. In the northeastern portion of the city there are the remains of ancient Elymian and Phoenician walls indicating different stages of settlement and occupation in antiquity. There are two castles that remain in the city: Pepoli Castle, which dates from Saracen times, and the Venus Castle, dating from the Norman period, built on top of the ancient Temple of Venus.
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A genuine medieval mountain town overlooking the city of Trapani.
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Explore Erice's medieval old town, strolling through its cobbled streets, and admiring the ancient architectural curios.
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Seek out a high vantage point as you explore the area, so you can soak in the breathtaking views of the countryside and the sea.
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