vista
From an altitude of 2900 metres, in the upper part of the Valle del Leone, the panorama is one of the most evocative in all of Sicily. In fact, on clear days it is possible to see the whole northern coast of Sicily, the Aeolian Islands and, if you are lucky, all the mountain ranges of the Peloritani, the Nebrodi, the Madonie, and even Palermo.
olfatto
It is not uncommon for the wind to blow in the direction of the Valle del Leone, carrying with it gases from the summit craters. Without spending too much time standing in the gas cloud, you can experience the classic smell given off by a volcano.
tatto
The soil in the Valle del Leone consists of ash and lapilli emitted during Etna’s recent activity. Though soft when walked on, try to take some of this sand in your hand and you will feel how it is actually highly abrasive, since it is formed of sharp volcanic glass.
udito
You are in one of the quietest places Sicily has to offer. In fact, the high altitude does not allow for much fauna, so what you will hear is just the sound of the wind, often harsh, and the explosions of the nearby north-eastern crater.
