Contessa Entellina
What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: PA - Area: Selinunte and Belice Valley
Contessa Entellina is a pretty village in the Belice Valley surrounded by large countryside and dense woods and on the northern slopes of the Brinjat hills.
Its territory is famous for its excellent wine production.
Contessa Entellina was founded by a community Albanian in the 15th century, today it is a multi-ethnic, multilingual and multi-religious village and is part of the three Arbëreshë communities of Sicily where the ancient Albanian language is still spoken.
What is the best time to visit Contessa Entellina?
Contessa Entellina 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 Contessa Entellina during the year.
What to see in Contessa Entellina
What to eat in Contessa Entellina
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Contessa Entellina
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 Contessa Entellina
