Acate
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: RG - Area: Ragusa surroundings
Acate is a charming town in the Ragusa area located on the edge of the Vittoria plain, on the edge of the Iblean plateau.
The history of Acate has its roots in prehistoric times; Sicilians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans and Aragonese have left traces of their passage. The first residential nucleus is represented by the Odogrillo farmhouse, of probable Saracen origin. This, subsequently, with the name of Biscari, became part of the County of Modica.
What is the best time to visit Acate?
Acate 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 Acate during the year.
What to see
Acate boasts a historical-monumental heritage of particular value, in its countryside it is possible to retrace the traces of the many civilizations that have come and gone, in Marina di Acate it is possible to enjoy a crystal clear sea and splendid beaches.
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Acate
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.
