The Greek And Byzantine Roots of Palermo

BY CATHERINE TSOUNIS P Archimedes, one of the greatest minds of all time, born and raised in Syracuse, Sicily, Archaeological Museum. Monreale with Byzantine mosaics | May 24, 2006

alermo is a cosmopolitan city with a unique style, influenced by many cultures. I was looking for the Ancient Greek and Byzantine legacy during my 2005 tour with the PArba Sicula society for the promotion of Sicily and Sicilians. I was amazed by the Greek presence in Palermo, the capital of Sicily. Palermo’s name derives from the Greek word Panormos.... READ MORE >