This past weekend was a wonderful way to relax before midterms. My friend Chrissy and I traveled to Trapani, Sicily. We met some of the locals and learned so much about Trapani and its fascinating history. On Thursday and Friday, Chrissy and I explored Trapani and relaxed on the beach even though it was fairly cold. We visited a park out on the farthest western peninsula of Sicily, where the Terranean Sea meets the Mediterranean Sea.
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| Chrissy and I with our gracious host, Gianni |
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| Exploring the tide pools with Gianni's friend, Marco |
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| Trapani with Erice in the background |
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| Playing in the sea |
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| Relaxing in the park |
On Saturday, Chrissy and I traveled to the medieval mountain-top town of Erice. We were joined by two French travelers and had a great afternoon exploring the castles and winding streets of this ancient town.
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| The stunning castles of Erice |
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| Our new friends |
After returning to Florence from Trapani, I felt renewed and rejuvenated. I loved getting to appreciate the natural beauty of Italy and all that it has to offer!
