Things to do
Traditional Festivals, Events, Live Show, Concerts,... Scillato
Scillato
What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: PA - Area: Cefalù and Madonie
Scillato is a small village nestled in the heart of the Madonie, in an area full of springs, at the foot of Monte dei Cervi, Monte Fanusi and Cozzo di Castellazzo.
According to some historians, its origins could date back to a Greek colony Athenians who arrived in Sicily following the destruction of Troy and settled among these hills.
The origins of the current town are linked to the abundance of water in this area which was exploited for the construction of numerous mills, around which he developed the inhabited center.
The suggestive itinerary of the waters and the mills allows today to retrace the history of this village.
What is the best time to visit Scillato?
Scillato 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 Scillato 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 eat in Scillato
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Scillato
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.
