Chiara welcomed us to her lovely apartment, showed us round and gave us lots of info about the area. The apartment is wonderful: very comfortable, spacious with a charming little roof terrace. All the facilities are very good with a modern kitchen and bathroom. The area in which it is situated is a real treat, right in the ancient centre of the island of Ortigia. You are surrounded by history, wonderful architecture and atmosphere. The sea, restaurants and bars are all close by, I was in heaven. There is also plenty of shopping to be done, my favourite was the fresh food market about 10-15 minutes walk away - near the Temple of Apollo - well worth the effort.