Valverde
What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: CT - Area: Catania and Etna
Valverde is a small Etna village known for its important Sanctuary.
Valverde, less known as Aci Belverde, is part of the Aci territory, whose origin is linked to the city of Xiphonia, a mysterious Greek center today disappeared. Its history, until the 17th century, is in fact shared with that of the other farmhouses in the Aci area.
The symbolic monument of the town is the Sanctuary of Maria Santissima di Valverde, of medieval origin even if it was remodeled in later periods.
What is the best time to visit Valverde?
Valverde 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 Valverde during the year.
What to see in Valverde
Sanctuary of Maria SS. in Valverde
Church of Misericordia in Valeverde
Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Valverde
Carmine Church in Valverde
Church of Sant'Antonio da Padova in Valverde
Solar Clock in Valverde
Altar and cave of the Apparition in Valverde
Villa Cosentino in Valverde
Shell museum in Valverde
What to eat in Valverde
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Valverde
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.
Interesting and Fun Facts
Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Valverde
