Cerda
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: PA - Area: Cefalù and Madonie
Cerda is a small village located in a hilly area between the northern Imera and Torto, which has become famous for its artichoke, a Sicilian excellence.
Thanks to the production of the Cerdese spiny artichoke, the city boasts the nickname of city of the artichoke.
Cerda's origins are Spanish, in fact it owes its birth to the noble de la Cerda family around the middle of the sixteenth century. Throughout its history it has passed from hand to hand to the various lords of the time, who built their own palaces here.
What is the best time to visit Cerda?
Cerda 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 Cerda during the year.
What to see
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Cerda
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.
