The Bay of Mondello is one of the most beautiful beaches in the province of Palermo, it is also the main resort in the whole district. Stretched on 2 km along the sea of amazing color of azure, this coast is considered as an ideal place for rest - but not in high season or weekends. Every weekend in Mondello, the residents of Palermo and the surrounding area seek, so there is literally no place for the apple to fall, not that the pale-faced tourist from Russia. Of course, such popularity is not accidental.
First, Mondello is a sandy beach, with a warm sea and a gentle entrance to the water, which attracts family tourists and swimmers with a dubious reputation (that is, beginners). Secondly, this is a very beautiful place: the beach is located between the high rocks of Monte Gallo and Monte Pellegrino, which, incidentally, are dotted with picturesque grottoes and deep caves.
Finally, Mondello's developed infrastructure attracts holidaymakers. Here you can rent a chaise longue and an umbrella, use a shower with fresh water and a toilet, go for a ride on all kinds of water things and just have an active time. Of course, along the waterfront are abundant cafes, clubs and restaurants for all tastes, so that to stay hungry do not even dream - the ever-present Sicilian pizza with aromatic coffee spodvigut on gastronomic feat even the avid dieters.
Well, tired of the abundance of people and fashionable swimsuits, you can always go to the nearby land in the sea called "Isola della Femine". There, between the two sentinel towers of the 16th century, there are some secluded and very romantic sandy beaches.
Coordinates
Address: Modello, Viale Regina Elena.
How to get there: Mondello Bay lies only in 9 km north of the center of Palermo and in fact is its integral part. It is easy to get here by taxi or car on the SS113 road. And you can use public transport: along the whole gulf there is Viale Regina Elena, which is plentifully dotted by bus stops where routes No. 84, 85, 86, 87, 544, 603, 615, 677, 806, 866 stop. of your hotel, surely one of these buses passes by, following to Mondello.
Mondello Beach |