Troina
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: EN - Area: Central Sicily
Troina is a splendid village located on the southern slopes of the Nebrodi Mountains, dominated by the majestic profile of the Etna volcano.
Its history is ancient: there are those who believe that the ancient Engyon arose in these places with a large temple dedicated to Dee Madri, who believe that the Greek city of Imakera rose here, important enough to mint its own currency. It is certain that this territory has been inhabited since the time of the Sicilians and Sicani, and that it was an important military garrison during the Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Arab domination. With the arrival of the Normans, the city of Troina reached its maximum splendor and was enriched with precious monuments.
Today its historic center retains the layout of the ancient Arab town, with narrow and winding streets, arches, stairways and underpasses and is dotted with numerous buildings of high historical value.
Its territory is rich in pastures and woods and is enriched by the presence of Lake Ancipa, the highest lake in Sicily.
What is the best time to visit Troina?
Troina 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 Troina 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
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Troina
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 Troina. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Cerami
Central Sicily
Gagliano Castelferrato
Central Sicily
Cesarò
Messina surroundings
Capizzi
Messina surroundings
