Capaci
What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: PA - Area: Palermo surroundings
Capaci is a town located a short distance from Palermo, overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, and unfortunately known for the massacre of 23 May 1992 where the anti-mafia magistrate Giovanni Falcone, his wife and the agents of his escort were killed.
The history of Capaci is very ancient as evidenced by numerous archaeological finds still to be analyzed and placed chronologically. The first settlement dates back to the year 1000, by the Kalbiti, an Islamic dynasty. The foundation of the current town dates back to 18 March 1517.
Today Capaci boasts a valuable historic center with buildings in Sicilian Baroque style and an important protected marine area.
The main attractions of Capaci are its splendid beach and its seafront full of kiosks and clubs.
What is the best time to visit Capaci?
Capaci 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 Capaci during the year.
What to see in Capaci
What to eat in Capaci
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Capaci
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.
