Piana degli Albanesi


What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts

Piana degli Albanesi

State: PA - Area: Palermo surroundings

Piana degli Albanesi is the most important Albanian colony in Sicily.
It was founded in the second half of the 15th century, when, following the Turkish invasion of the Balkan peninsula, groups of Albanian refugees sought refuge in the nearby coasts of Sicily and still retains their ethnic-linguistic identity.
Particularly interesting is the Late medieval urban fabric of the town with the typical local stone fountains.
Piana degli Albanesi is also nature: bordered by high mountains, it is reflected on a splendid lake.

What is the best time to visit Piana degli Albanesi?

Piana degli Albanesi 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 Piana degli Albanesi 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 see in Piana degli Albanesi

What to eat in Piana degli Albanesi

Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Piana degli Albanesi

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.

Interesting and Fun Facts

Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Piana degli Albanesi

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