Prizzi
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: PA - Area: Palermo surroundings
Prizzi is a small village that stands on the southern slope of an isolated mountain, north of the Sicilian Apennine chain. It is a place rich in naturalistic and historical attractions.
Its origins are ancient and this is testified by the settlement of Elymian origins, known by the name Hippana.
Its center maintains the characteristics of the medieval village with small and winding streets that wind around the ancient castle.
Surrounded by fertile countryside that abounds in the purest waters, the village is renowned for its cereals, legumes, dairy products and oil.
What is the best time to visit Prizzi?
Prizzi 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 Prizzi 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
Mount Carcaci Nature Reserve
Prizzi Castle
Hippana Archaeological Area in Prizzi
Margana Castle in Prizzi
Church of the Most Holy Crucifix in Prizzi
Church of San Francesco in Prizzi
Church of Sant'Antonio Abate in Prizzi
Murales in Prizzi
Lake of Prizzi
Multimedia Museum in Prizzi
Hippana Archaeological Museum in Prizzi
Church of San Giorgio Martire in Prizzi
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Prizzi
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 Prizzi. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Palazzo Adriano
Palermo surroundings
Bivona
Agrigento surroundings
Santo Stefano Quisquina
Agrigento surroundings
Mezzojuso
Palermo surroundings
