What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: ME - Area: Messina surroundings
Roccella Valdemone is a small village in the Messina hinterland located at the foot of the Castelluzzo tip.
It is believed that its origins date back to the Greco-Roman period as evidenced by the discovery of some coins of the time. It is certain that these places were already inhabited when the Saracens arrived and that, from the time of Norman domination, when the feudal system was introduced in Sicily, the territory of Roccella was also divided into fiefdoms which were given as rewards to the barons who had provided their services, and of which the districts, into which the territory is still divided today, are ancient testimony.
What is the best time to visit Roccella Valdemone?
Roccella Valdemone 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 Roccella Valdemone 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.
Traditional Festivals, Events, Live Show, Concerts,... Roccella Valdemone
Tra le feste che si svolgono nel borgo di Roccella grande importanza riveste la Fiera Franca di Roccella, manifestazione medievale che rievoca una fiera storica che iniziò a svolgersi il 12 agosto 1463 caratterizzata da un preciso cerimoniale tramandato per iscritto.
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Roccella Valdemone
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.
