Castellana Sicula
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: PA - Area: Cefalù and Madonie
Castellana Sicula is a small village located at the entrance to the Madonie Park.
The foundation of Castellana Sicula dates back only to the eighteenth century and for this reason the town has a different appearance compared to the other ancient Madonie villages . However, Castellana Sicula has been able to create its own identity: the streets and squares of the city are dotted with works of modern art that make this village an open-air museum. Among the works, the many Murals stand out which have given Castellana Sicula the epithet of City of Murals.
Although the origin of the village is recent, the territory of Castellana Sicula is rich in archaeological evidence of considerable interest.
Castellana Sicula is surrounded by cultivated fields, orchards, olive groves, vineyards and numerous pastures dotted with drinking troughs and crossed by dirt roads and rural roads that offer landscapes from other times.
What is the best time to visit Castellana Sicula?
Castellana Sicula 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 Castellana Sicula 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
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Castellana Sicula
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.
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Castellana Sicula. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Blufi
Cefalù and Madonie
Polizzi Generosa
Cefalù and Madonie
Petralia Sottana
Cefalù and Madonie
Petralia Soprana
Cefalù and Madonie
