Sicily is renowned for its stunning beaches, charming villages and towns, as well as an abundance of ancient ruins and archeological sites. The Mediterranean island attracted over 16 million visitors last year, evidence of its huge popularity.

It is also home to an astonishing burial site that is fast becoming a haven for dark tourism. The Capuchin Catacombs in Palermo houses a macabre collection of 1,100 mummies dating back hundreds of years.