English: The Necropolis of Pantalica extends over some 1,200m from north to south and 500m from east to west in the region of Sortino. In the hilly terrain (caverns and precipices) and a natural environment of great beauty, about 5,000 tombs are visible, most of which have been hewn out of the rock face. Archaeological research has brought to light, in this zone, vestigial remains of dwellings from the period of Greek colonization. Materials of Mycenaean origin and monumental structures were recognised, enabling the identification of the Anaktoron (Prince's Palace).