Those keen on Italy property may be enticed to Sicily by the discovery of some of the literally vintage events that take place there.

One such event, held from May 25th to June 1st, is the 2009 Grand Tour International Sicilia-Targa Florio, a vintage car rally that will take participants all round the historic island, a trip the organisers describe as "five thousand years of history in eight days".

The event, featuring vintage, veteran and classic cars, will tour the western side of the island including the capital Palermo and the historic Greek Temple of Segesta, which was never finished as no roof was fitted.

Such attractions may help bolster Sicilian tourism, offering new opportunities for Italy property buyers keen on renting out homes for all or part of the time.

One of Sicily’s most fascinating features is Mount Etna, an active volcano standing nearly 11,000 ft high.

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