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Scala dei Turchi

Realmonte, Sicily, Italy
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Ranked #1 of 2 attractions in Realmonte
Type: Geologic Formations
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Boston
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100 reviews 100 reviews
12 attraction reviews
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54 helpful votes 54 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 9, 2013

Based on Trip Advisor reviews, we added a visit to Scala dei Turchi to our itinerary the day we traveled to Agrigento. It's somewhat difficult to find, and in my view, not worth the time. Yes, the rock formation is attractive and somewhat unusual but nothing spectacular. Perhaps the problem was that I was expecting something monumental like you see... More

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Paris, France
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 9, 2013

Short story: this place is often described as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. It is not. But still, I highly recommend to go there. Long story: the first thing you will see when arriving is the monstrous concrete skeleton of some never finished building right on the beach. Apparently it is due to be demolished soon... More

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Dorset
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4 attraction reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 30, 2013

After reading the reports on Trip Advisor, we stopped here to break our journey from east to west of the island. On a gloriously sunny and warm day we found ourselves we made the pretty short work (10 minutes) around a couple of bays and there it is suddenly towering in front of you. A vision of white. Great fun... More

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na
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

Although rather nice to view its not spectacular. We unfortunate went there on a Monday when all bars and restaurants were closed. Closed was also the way down, a minor mud/land-slide had made a 5 times 5 meter hole in the road. We took some pictures but then went on.

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

If you are visiting Valle dei Templi in Sicily, this is just a short distance away. What we loved about it is the fact that it's "just there". There are no facilities to speak of - it's all about the scenery. If you wait until sun down your photographs will be quite spectacular. There are no safety measures in place... More

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Munich, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2013

Great view, crazy nature, clean water. Bright wite stone. Few people. Sand Beach. just a great place to walk around and take a swim.

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Malta, Europe
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

Visiting is a must if you’re in Agrigento. Natural erosion of the white sandstone has created steps on the cliff face, where one is able to walk and reach over to the next bay. The bay itself is a beautiful sight in itself, with clear water and an adjacent sandy beach. These are the co-ordinates which lead you to the... More

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Wilmington, Delaware
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2013

I've never seen anything like it. Absolutely beautiful! We walked over the cliffs to the next beach and bodysurfed for hours.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 6, 2013 via mobile

I was told not to overlook this site. The walk was definitely worth the effort. We walked along the beach to reach the massive white rock. It was awesome and breathtaking. It takes a bit of effort to walk up to the top, but worth it for the view. The sea was as blue as blue can be and crystal... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 18, 2012 via mobile

You have to see it! It is an amazing place, white mountain and blue see what a lovely place! Only 15 minutes by car from Agrigento, sand no stones.

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