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Zafferana Etnea
What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: CT - Area: Catania and Etna
Zafferana is the pearl of Etna.
It rises on the eastern slopes of the volcano and is a destination for tourists attracted by the artistic, monumental and cultural heritage of the city, for lovers of hiking who can take advantage of the suggestive natural paths along the volcano and for numerous skiers in the winter season.
It is a summer and winter tourist center for Etna and its position allows you to enjoy an enchanting panorama that sweeps from the coasts of Calabria to those of the gulf of Syracuse.
Zafferana has been elected city of honey for the production of the highest quality of this product.
What is the best time to visit Zafferana Etnea?
Zafferana Etnea 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 Zafferana Etnea 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 Zafferana Etnea
Mother Church of Zafferana
Church of Madonna delle Grazie in Zafferana
Municipal park in Zafferana
Municipal building in Zafferana
Piazza Umberto I in Zafferana
Altar in Zafferana Etnea
Lava flow of 1992 in Zafferana Etnea
Sicilian miniature Museum in Zafferana
Museum of beekeeper in Zafferana
Park of Myths in Zafferana
Church of Maria SS. of the Rosary in Fleri - Zafferana Etnea
Church of San Giuseppe in Zafferana Etnea
Fleri fort in Zafferana Etnea
What to eat in Zafferana Etnea
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Zafferana Etnea
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 Zafferana Etnea
