The Byzantines conquer Sicily

Sicily has been influenced by Greek culture not only during the classical age but also during the medieval age from VI century CE until IX century CE when Sicily became part of the Eastern Roman Empire. The emperors considered themselves the only heirs of the Roman Empire and even called themselves “Romans”.

The "Val Demone"

When Arabs conquered the island, Sicily was divided into three Districts: the “Val Demone”, the “Val di Mazara” and the “Val di Noto”. This division was preserved until 1812.