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Bisacquino
What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: PA - Area: Selinunte and Belice Valley
Bisacquino represents one of the most important centers of the Palermo hinterland thanks to its cultural and architectural wealth.
The original nucleus of the village was founded by the Arabs in the year 840, and still today it presents an urban conformation of an Islamic imprint with narrow and winding streets, courtyards, alleys, arches and fountains.
It was later under the rule of the Normans and reached its maximum splendor at the time of Spanish rule when the village became the home of illustrious families and was embellished and enriched with monuments and churches . In fact, Bisacquino boasts 18 churches, one for each district, some of which are characterized by elegant and particular bell towers.
What is the best time to visit Bisacquino?
Bisacquino 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 Bisacquino 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 Bisacquino
Circle of Civilians in Bisaquino
Triona Mount
Battalari Castle in Bisacquino
Birthplace of Frank Capra in Bisacquino
Church of Santa Maria di Gesù in Bisacquino
Church of San Francesco di Paola in Bisacquino
Church of San Francesco D'Assisi in Bisacquino
Church of Santa Caterina in Bisacquino
Church of San Vito in Bisacquino
Mother Church of Bisacquino
Church of Our Lady of Grace in Bisacquino
Library in Bisacquino
Saracen Quarter in Bisacquino
Clock Museum in Bisacquino
Civic Museum of Bisacquino
Church of the Calvary in Bisacquino
Sanctuary of the Madonna del Balzo in Bisacquino
What to eat in Bisacquino
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Bisacquino
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 Bisacquino
