Port of Termini Imerese on the Tyrrhenian Sea - Sicily

by Silva Wischeropp

I discovered this picturesque maritime natural motif on 4 January 2012 in the late afternoon. The photograph was taken with a NIKON D70 (lens: SIGMA 18.0-50.0 mm f/2.8).

The port of Termini Imerese is particularly appealing as a quiet and stress-free alternative to the often crowded port of Palermo, which is about 40 km away.
It combines industrial importance with practical benefits for travellers and direct access to the historic upper town.

The port serves as an important hub for ferries to Civitavecchia and Naples. Travellers appreciate the much more relaxed atmosphere when boarding compared to the major ports.

Located directly below the city centre, the port area offers amenities such as snack bars, restaurants and internet cafés in the immediate vicinity.
The harbour basin offers an impressive view of the terraced town and the Belvedere towering above it, one of the most beautiful vantage points in the region.
In addition to the large commercial and ferry port, there is the Marina Artemar, which offers space for yachts and conveys a more modern, sporty ambience.

The harbour area is occasionally used for cultural events, such as concerts during the famous Termini Imerese Carnival.
Cultural highlights such as the Tempio della Vittoria in Himera and the imposing castle of Caccamo can also be found in the surrounding area.