Castel di Iudica
What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: CT - Area: Central Sicily
Castel di Iudica is a small village located on the slopes of Mount Iudica.
Its territory has been inhabited since ancient times, as demonstrated by the numerous archaeological remains. It is an open-air museum that narrates the origins of the first inhabitants of Sicily.
Under Arab rule, it was called Zotica and a castle was built there, conquered in 1076 by Ruggero. At the beginning of the 12th century, Castel di Iudica became a thriving agricultural village, a feature it still retains today.
What is the best time to visit Castel di Iudica?
Castel di Iudica 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 Castel di Iudica during the year.
What to eat in Castel di Iudica
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Castel di Iudica
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.
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