Bivona
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: AG - Area: Agrigento surroundings
Bivona is a village located in the heart of the Sicani Mountains, surrounded by land where wonderful peach gardens abound.
Its history is very ancient: it was under Arab rule, and traces of it can be found in its dialect, but the he current inhabited center dates back to the early fourteenth century and developed around the castle, of which only the ruins can be admired today.
The inhabited center is so rich in religious buildings that Bivona is today considered one of the most Catholic places in the Sicily.
What is the best time to visit Bivona?
Bivona can be visited all year round: the welcome and warmth of the Sicilians will amaze you. But for an unforgettable experience, admiring the colors, tasting the flavors and fully experiencing the traditions, it is advisable to plan a visit on the days of one of the festivals that take place in Bivona during the year.
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Bivona
You can obviously taste all the typical products of Sicilian cuisine, the most well-known ones, such as cannoli, Sicilian cassata, arancini, etc. But there are some specialties typical of this area that are more difficult to find in other areas of Sicily.
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Bivona. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Santo Stefano Quisquina
Agrigento surroundings
Palazzo Adriano
Palermo surroundings
Cianciana
Agrigento surroundings
Prizzi
Palermo surroundings
