Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: SR - Area: Siracusa surroundings
Palazzolo Acreide, a UNESCO world heritage site, merges two souls: one medieval and the other baroque.
The first urban center was built by the Greeks in 664 BC. and is located not far from the current one. The name of the town derives from Akrai, which in Greek means summit, while palazzolo derives from the name that the Normans gave it, Palatiolum, due to the presence of an imperial palace. Palazzolo Acreide in the Norman period, in fact, developed around the castle. Following the earthquake of 1693 it was rebuilt in the beautiful Sicilian baroque style.
What is the best time to visit Palazzolo Acreide?
Palazzolo Acreide 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 Palazzolo Acreide 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.
The village is striking for the singularity of its urban structure, rich in testimonies from different eras: the ancient Greek settlement of Akrai in the upper part of the city; the medieval center with the castle; the upper district, rebuilt after the earthquake of 1693, with its baroque churches and ancient noble palaces.
Basilica of San Sebastiano in Palazzolo Acreide
Palazzolo Acreide Castle
Archaeological Area of Akrai in Palazzolo Acreide in Palazzolo Acreide
Basilica of San Paolo in Palazzolo Acreide
Church of Sant'Antonio in Palazzolo Acreide
Judica palace in Palazzolo Acreide
Santoni of Palazzolo Acreide
Ferali Temples of Palazzolo Acreide
Antonino Uccello House Museum
Archaeological Museum of Palazzolo Acreide
Palazzolo Acreide Museum of Travelers in Sicily
Museum of Working Informatics of Palazzolo Acreide
Church of the Annunciation of Palazzolo Acreide
Church of San Michele in Palazzolo Acreide
Palazzolo Acreide is set in the splendid scenery of the Iblei mountains: this makes it suitable for various types of activities, experiences, excursions, tours,...
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Palazzolo Acreide
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.
Here, as in all other places in Sicily, you will easily find the best-known dishes of typical Sicilian cuisine.To view a list of business activity within tourism in Palazzolo AcreideClick here
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Palazzolo Acreide. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
