From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
Erice, a historical city in the mountains close to Trapani in Sicily, Italy.
Erice hosts important scientific meetings, organised by the Italian astro-physicist Antonio Zichichi.
The ancient name of Erice was Eryx.
Venus Temple
A legend says that the temple of Venus (Venere Ericina) in Erice was founded by Aeneas; it was certainly known throughout the Mediterranean area in the ancient age, and an important cult was celebrated in it.
