Escape the crowds of Sicily's cities at this nature preserve. The site features ancient ruins, rivers, and a gorgeous landscape to explore on trails.

“It’s here that you can see the real Sicily,” says Miri Salamone, staring into the abyss. Clouds swamp the valley below and fog floods mountain gullies, dissolving even Sutera’s hilly peaks from view.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Catherine Sabino is an editor and author who writes about travel. As more travelers see Sicily as an integral part of an Italian ...