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The World’s 100 Best Archaeological Sites & Ruins

Villa Romana del Casale

Piazza Armerina, Italy

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST RUINS & SITES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 28 2026
Villa Romana del Casale

A Roman villa of the 4th century in the centre of Sicily, near Piazza Armerina. Visitors walk elevated walkways over floors of mosaics showing hunting scenes, daily life, mythology and the women in bikinis.

Highlights

  • Hunting scene mosaics
  • Women in bikinis mosaic
  • Corridor of the Great Hunt

Good to know

  • Tickets around 14 euros, booking advised
  • Allow one to two hours
  • Audio guide or guided tour recommended

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