Aci Catena: City of green lemon
What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: CT - Area: Catania and Etna
Aci Catena, nestled in the valley of the Aci river, is a place particularly rich in culture, history and traditions.
Ancient spas, evocative hermitages, characteristic mills, churches and sanctuaries enrich its territory.
The toponym of the Municipality, which was established in 1826, derives from the cult of Maria SS. della Catena, to which the Mother Church, existing since the 16th century, is dedicated, and to which the people are bound by a strong devotion.
What is the best time to visit Aci Catena?
Aci Catena 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 Aci Catena during the year.
What to see in Aci Catena
What to eat in Aci Catena
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Aci Catena
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.
