Santa Maria di Licodia
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: CT - Area: Catania and Etna
Santa Maria di Licodia is located on the south-western side of Etna, surrounded by lush countryside cultivated with citrus fruits, olive groves and vineyards.
The history of this village is very ancient. It is believed that today's town originated from the ancient city of Inessa, which arose during the Sican domination of Sicily, in the 12th century BC. Its territory passed under Greek, Roman and Norman domination. In 1143, with the foundation of the Benedictine monastery, the vast possessions that were located around the monastery began to be populated, giving rise to today's city which, from the name of the monastery of the Mother of God and the district, was called Santa Maria di Licodia.
What is the best time to visit Santa Maria di Licodia?
Santa Maria di Licodia 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 Santa Maria di Licodia during the year.
What to see
Valuable monuments and interesting archaeological sites testify to the ancient history of this village.
The territory of Santa Maria di Licodia is part of the Etna Park.
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Santa Maria di Licodia
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.
