San Marco D'Alunzio

Things to do, attractions, interesting facts

San Marco D'Alunzio

State: ME - Area: Messina surroundings

San Marco d'Alunzio is a picturesque village set on the top of Mount Castro, from which it dominates the entire coast that extends from Capo d'Orlando to Cefalù.
Its origins date back to the 4th century BC. It took the name of Alontion during the Greek domination, of Haluntium with the Romans, of Demenna with the Byzantines, of San Marco with the Normans, and only in 1867 did it assume the current name of San Marco d'Alunzio.
. The village is characterized by narrow medieval alleys dominated by its castle, by the picturesque red marble bell towers and houses works, frescoes and evidence of a glorious and flourishing past.

What is the best time to visit San Marco D'Alunzio?

San Marco D'Alunzio 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 San Marco D'Alunzio 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 San Marco D'Alunzio

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 San Marco D'Alunzio. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!

Torrenova

Messina surroundings

Capri Leone

Messina surroundings

Militello Rosmarino

Messina surroundings

Frazzanò

Messina surroundings

Interesting Facts

Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about San Marco D'Alunzio

Legend about the origins of San Marco D'Alunzio
According to a legend, the village of San Marco D'Alunzio was founded by Patron dei Thuri who arrived in these places together with Aeneas.
Film locations - I wanted blue eyes - San Marco D'Alunzio
The film - I wanted blue eyes - directed by Francesco Lama is set in the village of San Marco d'Alunzio.
Locations of the film - Embrace him for me - San Marco D'Alunzio
The film - Embrace him for me - directed by Vittorio Sindoni was shot in the village of San Marco D'Alunzio.
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