Riesi
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: CL - Area: Central Sicily
Riesi is a town in the Sicilian hinterland, located at the foot of Monte Santa Veronica, near the Salso river valley.
Founded in the 13th century, its territory has been inhabited since ancient times by various populations: Sicans, Sicilians, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans.
Its history has always been linked to the presence of sulfur mines. A story that today is told through its museum.
Among the typical dishes of the city of Riesi, several typical preparations of the Sicilian tradition stand out: tagliatelle with rice and legumes, Maccarruna alla carrittera, fuateddre, guasteddri, muffuletti, vurciddrata... Important wine production as well: Riesi DOC.
What is the best time to visit Riesi?
Riesi 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 Riesi 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 Riesi
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 Riesi. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
