Dating back over 3000 years, Agrigento experienced great prosperity back in its glory days.  Today, remnants of this wealth can be seen in the numerous monuments, such as the city's town hall, which is housed in a 17th century Dominican monastery, cathedrals and the exceptional Valley of the Temples, with its temples dedicated to Hercules, Juno and Zeus.  The grandeur of ancient Agrigento is nicely balanced with the intricate network of streets offering trendy boutiques and shaded courtyards.  The city's main street Via Atenea, lined with a wide variety of jewellery shops and trendy boutiques is a must for shoppers.

The grandeur of Agrigento's historical cathedral, churches and the outstanding Valley of the Temples sits comfortably with the city's trendy boutiques and jewellery shops - a pleasant mix of the old and new.