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.

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

Origin of the name - Zafferana -
Three hypotheses have arisen regarding the origin of the name Zafferana, all linked to characteristics of the territory.

Places of History of a Blackcap in Zafferana
In the territory of Zafferana Etnea, along the slopes of Etna, some scenes of the film were shot.

Places of "A case of conscience" - Zafferana
Zafferana Etnea, a town on the slopes of Etna, is the place where the film "A case of Conscience" was set.

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