What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: ME - Area: Messina surroundings
Santa Lucia del Mela is a suggestive village that rises on the Peloritani and preserves centuries of history.
Its origins are lost in the mists of time, it was inhabited by the Sicans and the Sicilians, it was an important military garrison for all the dominations that have succeeded.
Its historic center is characterized by churches, palaces, fountains and splendid views of medieval and Renaissance architecture.
What is the best time to visit Santa Lucia Del Mela?
Santa Lucia Del Mela 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 Santa Lucia Del Mela 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,... Santa Lucia Del Mela
Living Nativity Scene in Santa Lucia del Mela
5, 6 January 2025
Christmas in Santa Lucia del Mela
6 Jan 2025
Carnival in Santa Lucia del Mela
Feb 2025
Medieval festival in Santa Lucia del Mela
Jul 2025
Historia - Re-enactment in Santa Lucia del Mela
Jul 2025
FuddAmo Food Fest - Santa Lucia del Mela
Jul 2025
Feast of the Madonna della Neve in Santa Lucia del Mela
Aug 2025
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Santa Lucia Del Mela
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.
