Peeling back Sicily's tourist facade: Revealing the Mafia's economic grip

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Peeling back Sicily's tourist facade: Revealing the Mafia's economic grip

Sicily’s allure as a tourist destination masks a troubling reality: organised crime thrives amidst an economic boom. While HBO’s The White Lotus showcases the island’s beauty, its underbelly remains untouched by newfound wealth. As tourism flourishes in spots like Taormina, poverty and decay persist nearby. Beyond Sicily, Italy faces a similar divide, with tax evasion fueling the underworld. The battle against organized crime transcends violence…