Enna

Deep in Sicily's interior, the fortress city of Enna (altitude 2,844 feet) commands exceptional views of the surrounding rolling plains, and, in the distance, Mount Etna. Thanks to its central location, it's the highest provincial capital in Italy and is nicknamed the "Navel of Sicily." Virtually unknown to tourists and relatively untouched by industrialization, this lively town charms and prospers in a distinctly old-fashioned Sicilian way. Its surrounding towns and areas are also worth exploring and will take you further off the beaten track. Nature lovers will love the many nature trails throughout the region. Contrary to the arid southern coast, you will see many rolling green hills and a cooler microclimate.