Aci Sant'Antonio: city of the Sicilian Cart
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: CT - Area: Catania and Etna
The village of Aci Sant'Antonio is located in the heart of the Etna area.
The first historical information dates back to 1169, when the village of Greek origin Jachium was destroyed by a violent eruption of the Etna. In 1639, in this territory, the Borgo del Casalotto was born and fought for years to obtain autonomy from the great Aquilia. Thus it was that from ancient Aquilia were born: Aci Inferiore, today's Acireale, and Aci Superiore, from which the villages of Aci Sant'Antonio, Aci San Filippo and Aci Catena were formed.
In the 18th century Aci Sant'Antonio reached its maximum development and great fame thanks to the art of the Sicilian Cart, an art brought to the highest level by the internationally renowned master Domenico Di Mauro who died in 2016.
What is the best time to visit Aci Sant'Antonio?
Aci Sant'Antonio 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 Sant'Antonio during the year.
If you want to know about upcoming festivals and events Click here and you will find a list of the most important ones.
What to see
In addition to the Sicilian Cart Museum, which represents an unmissable destination for discovering Sicilian art, history and tradition, numerous historic buildings enrich the historic center and make Aci Sant'Antonio an important tourist destination in the Etna area.
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Aci Sant'Antonio
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 Aci Sant'Antonio. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Aci Catena
Catania and Etna
Viagrande
Catania and Etna
Valverde
Catania and Etna
Acireale
Catania and Etna
