Piana degli Albanesi
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
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
Archaeological Area of Monte Jato
Lake of Piana degli Albanesi
Portella della Ginestra
Civic Museum in Piana degli Albanesi
Kronjet Fountains in Piana degli Albanesi
Church of San Vito a Piana degli Albanesi
Church of San Giorgio in Piana degli Albanesi
Cathedral of Piana degli Albanesi
Astronomical Megalith of the Jato Valley
Forziere di Luce in Piana degli Albanesi
Serre della Pizzuta Nature Reserve
Museum of the College of Maria in Piana degli Albanesi
Case D’Alia Antiquarium Museum
Church of Santissima Annunziata in Piana degli Albanesi
What to eat
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.
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Piana degli Albanesi. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Altofonte
Palermo surroundings
Monreale
Palermo surroundings
San Cipirello
Palermo surroundings
Marineo
Palermo surroundings
