page_title: Ortygia
section_title: Location
hierarchical_section_title: Ortygia / Location
caption_attribution_description: English: The market in Ortygia where many agricultural products and seafood may be purchased. Italiano: Il mercato di Ortigia dove è possibile acquistare molti prodotti agricoli e frutti di mare.
context_page_description: Ortygia is a small island which is the historical centre of the city of Syracuse, Sicily. The island, also known as the Città Vecchia, contains many historical landmarks. The name originates from the ancient Greek ortyx, which means "Quail".
context_section_description: Ortygia is located at the eastern end of Syracuse and is separated from it by a narrow channel.  Two bridges connect the island to mainland Sicily.  The island is an extremely popular place for tourism, shopping, entertainment and also a residential area.
caption: The Market at Ortygia
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