Welcome to BABILONIA – Italian Language and Culture Centre!
We have been welcoming students from all over the world for over thirty years, guiding them on a unique journey into the Italian language and culture. Our school is more than just a place to learn Italian: it’s an immersive experience, an authentic encounter with traditions, history, art, cooking and Italian lifestyle.
Babilonia was founded in 1992, inspired by Alessandro Adorno’s vision, with the aim of making Sicily better known by Italian language and culture lovers.
Babilonia stands out for its high-quality teaching, experienced teachers, and welcoming atmosphere that makes every student feel at home. Our courses are designed for all levels – from beginner to advanced – and use a communicative approach that makes learning both effective and enjoyable.
For over 30 years, we have welcomed thousands of students, guiding them toward their personal, academic, and professional goals. Our school is the ideal place for anyone eager to learn Italian in Italy, experiencing the language every day in its most authentic form.
Since 2022, under the leadership of the visionary director Antonio Bifera, the school has continued to pursue new standards of educational excellence, further confirming its prestige.
Why study Italian in Sicily?
Choosing to study Italian in Sicily is more than choosing a destination: it’s a journey into the heart of Italian culture, from language and traditions to history and breathtaking landscapes. It’s an experience that enriches not only your language skills but also your perspective on the world.
Sicily is home to seven UNESCO World Heritage sites, two Nobel Prizes in Literature, and an archaeological, artistic, and monumental heritage that spans over 2,500 years of history — a cultural legacy shaped by the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, Swabians, and Spanish. Add to this a spectacular natural landscape: from the Aeolian Islands to Mount Etna, from numerous nature reserves to the lush countryside, where excellent local products are cultivated.
The lesson doesn’t end in the classroom: it continues through the alleys of the historical center, at a café, in a museum, or during a concert at the Ancient Theater. But the best part of studying Italian in Taormina are the people, with their warm and authentic hospitality.
So all that’s left to do is come and see it for yourself!