I’m an art historian. My passion for history and art has been a part of me ever since I was a child, so studying History of Art at the University of Palermo came as a natural choice. I specialized in the art and history of the Eastern Roman Empire, the Muslim world and the Normans of Sicily, populations that have always fascinated me and somehow feel like part of my own identity. Being a touristic guide is not only a job for me, but also an opportunity to live this land in all of its facets with even greater intensity. Rather than showing Sicily as in a postcard setting, I prefer to parade my land in all of her nuances, including the most negative and contradictory ones, for my guests to fully understand and love this island. Every journey should leave seeds in our hearts that may blossom into reflections on our own origins – after all, when you know your past, you can uncover who you are in the present and can stride forward into your future...
Claudio
Credentials
Additional Info
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Art Historian -
Licensed Tour Guide
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Italian, English
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BA in Art and Performing Arts
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Master in Art History
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Reviews for Claudio
TripAdvisor
Excellent visit to the Belice Valley
Claudio was an exceptional guide. He was kind, patient, cheerful, and extremely knowledgeable about the areas we visited. It was a fascinating day where we learned about the history of the Belice Valley together with an understanding of the culture of the Sicilian people. We would highly recommend Claudio as a guide and feel very fortunate to have met him.
Traveler22063678906-
15/10/2024
Tour of Santo Stefano di Camastra
Wonderful tour!!!! Claudio was a great guide. Everything was perfect. It was great to have Claudio, a resident, making the town come to life.
Janan S.-
22/03/2022
Family tour in Tusa
Our day with Claudio was absolutely wonderful. His patience, knowledge, and attention throughout the day was amazing. I had been to Tusa and the surrounding area previously and had an idea of its beauty, but Claudio created an even stronger connection for myself and my family to the land of our ancestors and its people. We truly made memories to last a lifetime. Thank you again for setting this itinerary and matching us with such a fantastic guide.
Kevin C.-
08/05/2019
Una giornata in compagnia di Claudio
Ho passato una giornata ottima con Claudio. È molto professionale, interessante per la ricchezza delle informazioni e ricerche effettuate per rispondere alle mie richieste. Grazie per avere organizzato questo tour a Naso e San Marco d'Alunzio.
Maria G.-
31/08/2019
TripAdvisor
Touring in Mistretta (Messina Province)
Uncovered Sicily provided my wife and I with an ideal guide, Claudio, for an enriching half-day tour of Mistretta (Messina province). Claudio is an art historian from nearby San Stefano and who supports Mistretta's historical and archeological museum. Mistretta is my paternal grandparents' hometown. Claudio didn't just bring alive the town and regional history, he really allowed us to appreciate that we were at home where my ancestors had lived for many years. Claudio far exceeded our expectations and provided for an unforgettable experience.
Dave-
23/09/2021
Tour of Santo Stefano di Camastra
Wonderful tour!!!! Claudio was a great guide. Everything was perfect. It was great to have Claudio, a resident, making the town come to life.
Janan S.-
22/03/2022
SIX STARS
Claudio our guide was friendly, informative, thoughtful and accommodating, a positive traveling companion. HIGHLY recommend. A wonderful experience.
Bill K.-
11/10/2023
