Sicily is Italy's largest island with an area of 25,426 km². It has a mountainous landscape adorned by Mount Etna, the highest and largest active volcano in Europe. The north and east coasts have high cliffs with numerous coves and sandy beaches. On the north coast is Sicily's capital, Palermo, which has many historical sites, lcerquen buildings, squares, palaces, and museums. Sailors prefer to sail between the north coast of Sicily, Calabria, and the Aeolian Islands. A visit to the Aeolian Islands is recommended.