Syracuse is located on the east coast of Sicily and was once a powerful Greek colony that rivalled Athens . The visit to the amphitheater,which was the site of contests between gladiators and wild beasts was still in great condition. The great thing was what they called the Ear of Dionysius grotto, which the prisoners carved out from the top and is 75metres high. A gentleman sang a song and the acoustics were sensational as were the caverns once used as prisons . A natural freshwater spring runs from the amphitheatre, down the hill under the earth and runs into the Arethusa fountain down in the town of Ortygia.
Once back in the old town of Ortygia we walked around the medieval city with Baroque palaces and churches. It is a delightful city and it's many narrow lanes and shops lead to a very nice visit.
The church called Madonna has a wonderful spire and inside is amazing with its narrow lead light windows. So different from other churches, only built in 1980 and now a landmark for the city.
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