What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: PA - Area: Cefalù and Madonie
Geraci Siculo is a splendid medieval village that rises on the slopes of the Madonie, perched on a hill from which you can enjoy a vast panorama of the Sicilian inland countryside and the Madonie itself.
Geraci Siculo has an ancient history: from the remains found in its territory it is certain that the place has been inhabited since the Eneolithic, the known history of the town begins in the 6th century BC with the Greeks who colonized the Madonie area. Its name reveals its Greek origin: from "Jerax" place of vultures.
Geraci Siculo is known as the "pearl of the Madonie" for the characteristic old town made up of small masonry houses, suggestive views, medieval monuments and churches ancient.
What is the best time to visit Geraci Siculo?
Geraci Siculo 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 Geraci Siculo 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.
MUSeBArch in Geraci Siculo
Church of Santa Maria della Cava in Geraci
Drinker of the Holy Trinity in Geraci Siculo
Church of Sant'Anna in Geraci Siculo
Ventimiglia Castle in Geraci Siculo
Church of San Giacomo in Geraci Siculo
Church of Santo Stefano in Geraci Siculo
Way of Wisdom in Geraci Siculo
Angelmaro Tower in Geraci Siculo
Church of Santa Maria Maggiore in Geraci Siculo
Church of Collegio di Maria in Geraci Siculo
Salto dei Ventimiglia in Geraci Siculo
Church of the Santa Maria La Porta in Geraci Siculo
Church of San Bartolomeo in Geraci Siculo
Piccione d'Avola House Museum in Geraci Siculo
Traditional Festivals, Events, Live Show, Concerts,... Geraci Siculo
Sicily that people like - Festival in Geraci Siculo
6, 7, 8 December 2024
Christmas in Geraci Siculo
Dec 2024
Carnival in Geraci Siculo 2025
Feb 2025
Feast of Most Holy Crucifix in Geraci
May 2025
Festa della Transumanza a Geraci Siculo
May 2025
Feast of Maria SS Annunziata in Geraci
Jul 2025
Carvaccata of visasamara in Geraci Siculo
Jul 2025
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Geraci Siculo
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.
To view a list of business activity within tourism in Geraci Siculo Click here
