Things to do
Perched on Mount San Paolino, the village of Sutera is called "Balcony on Sicily" for the splendid view and the views that can be admired from the top of the mountain.
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Sutera
What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: CL - Area: Central Sicily
Sutera is a charming medieval village that is part of the circuit of the most beautiful villages in Italy. It is one of the stages of the Magna Via Francigena, an ancient itinerary that already in the 11th century connected Palermo to Agrigento.
The name "Sutera" derives from the Greek word "sotér" which means " savior". It is a name with which the inhabitants have in history considered the mountain that protects them. According to legend, Sutera has mythological origins that attribute its foundation to Daedalus, a famous Athenian architect who escaped from the labyrinth of Crete and was hosted in Sicily by sovereign Cocalo.
What is the best time to visit Sutera?
Sutera 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 Sutera 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 in Sutera
The medieval urban center is made up of three districts Rabato, Rabatello and Giardinello. It unwinds in a harmonious and natural way around the San Paolino mountain.
Sutera Tourist Map
Giardinello Neighborhood in Sutera
Church of Sant'Agata in Sutera
Salamone Palace in Sutera
Church of Maria SS del Carmelo in Sutera
Ethno-anthropological Museum of Sutera
Rabatello neighborhood in Sutera
The Prison in Sutera
Sanctuary of San Paolino in Sutera
Rabato Neighborhood in Sutera
Church of Maria SS. Assunta in Sutera
San Marco Chapel in Sutera
What to eat in Sutera
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Sutera
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 Sutera Click here
Interesting and Fun Facts
Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Sutera
