Capri Leone
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: ME - Area: Messina surroundings
Capri Leone is a small village in the Nebrodi Mountains which overlooks a panorama of the Tyrrhenian coast and the Aeolian Islands.
Its history is ancient, its origins seem to date back to the Norman era. It was the farmhouse of the noble Vitale De Aloysio and Filangeri families, under which it enjoyed its maximum splendour.
Monuments, religious buildings, works of art and fountains enrich its historic centre; green parks and beautiful nature surrounds it.
What is the best time to visit Capri Leone?
Capri Leone 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 Capri Leone during the year.
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Capri Leone
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 Capri Leone. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Frazzanò
Messina surroundings
Mirto
Messina surroundings
San Marco D'Alunzio
Messina surroundings
San Salvatore di Fitalia
Messina surroundings
