Castel di Tusa
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: ME - Area: Cefalù and Madonie
Castel di Tusa is a charming seaside village, a much sought-after summer destination in Sicily due to the presence of marvelous beaches.
Its history is ancient: in this territory the Sicilian-Greek city of Alesa Arconidea arose, which developed on the hill of Santa Maria delle Palate. Castel di Tusa or Marina di Tusa is the coastal fraction of this town.
The Fiumara d'Arte foundation is located here, a large open-air museum enriched by sculptures and works by contemporary artists.
In Castel of Tusa it is a must to taste dishes based on fresh fish, in particular anchovies and sardines. Given the proximity to the Nebrodi park, there is no shortage of products and dishes based on cheese and the Nebrodi piglet.
What is the best time to visit Castel di Tusa?
Castel di Tusa 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 Tusa during the year.
What to see
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Castel di Tusa
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.
