On the island of Sicily, Italy, lies the Alcantara Gorge, created when an ancient eruption of Mount Etna crossed the icy waters of the Alcantara River.

With its narrow cobblestone lanes and thick crowds of tourists, he preferred method of transportation in Taormina, Italy is mopeds. This one, which begs for repair, was tucked next to the front entrance of a residence on one of the smallest streets in town.

Fresh caught seafood on display at one of the many restaurants in Taormina, Sicily allows diners to choose their dinner.

View of the coastal highway and cliffs of the town of Taormina, Sicily, from Isola Bella Island, which can be reached via a spit of sand at low tide.

Taromina, Sicily, sits high atop rock cliffs, overlooking the beaches of Isola Bella Bay and pretty little Isola Bella Island. Access to the city center from the beaches is via steep stairs or a nearby cable car.