Paternò
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: CT - Area: Catania and Etna
Paternò is located on the southern slope of Etna, in the Simeto valley.
The city is a crossroads of culture, art and history. Its origins date back to the time before the Greeks, its ancient name was Ibla Mayor and its territory preserves numerous archaeological remains.
The symbol of the town is its Norman castle located on the "historic hill" together with the other main monuments of the city.
What is the best time to visit Paternò?
Paternò 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 Paternò 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 eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Paternò
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.
To view a list of business activity within tourism in PaternòClick here
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Paternò. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Santa Maria di Licodia
Catania and Etna
Belpasso
Catania and Etna
Ragalna
Catania and Etna
Biancavilla
Catania and Etna
