Rosolini rises at the foot of the Iblei mountains, between the provinces of Syracuse and Ragusa. The city stands out along a rocky facade, a strategic position which has attracted many populations throughout its history. Its territory is in fact rich in quarries and archaeological sites dating from the Bronze Age to the Greek and Roman era. The place where Rosolini stands today was one of the fiefdoms of the vast territory of Noto and belonged to the Platamone family starting from the fifteenth century. The current inhabited center was founded by Francesco Moncada, prince of Lardaria in 1713. Rosolini is known today as the Citta del Carobo, given the presence of large carob plantations, and as the city of the Sacred Heart due to the presence of the famous sanctuary of the Sacred Heart of Jesus which every year attracts thousands of faithful on pilgrimage.
What is the best time to visit Rosolini?
Rosolini 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 Rosolini 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
Among the religious monuments present in the city of Rosolini, the Mother Church dedicated to San Giuseppe is of great importance, inside which the jawbone of San Luigi Gonzaga is preserved; the Sanctuary of the Sacred Heart, a pilgrimage destination for many faithful; and the hermitage of Croce Santa to which an ancient legend is linked. Also noteworthy are the Church of San Francesco, the Church of Santa Caterina and the Church of the Santissimo Crocifisso. Of great architectural importance is the Castello dei Platamone, inside which there is an early Christian basilica dating back to the 5th century. Of particular interest is the archaeological site of Cava Lazzaro, within which there is a necropolis dating back to the Bronze Age. From a naturalistic point of view, the territory of Rosolini offers splendid uncontaminated landscapes such as Cava Paradiso, an exotic and fresh place characterized by the presence of several waterways.
Traditional Festivals, Events, Live Show,... Rosolini
Among the most anticipated festivals in the city of Rosolini is the Carob Festival which celebrates the its thousand-year-old plant as well as the large and important production of carob trees, and the Arancino Festival which celebrates one of the most famous specialties of Sicilian gastronomy. We also remember the Palio del Grano in which the historic districts of the city take part, and the Must Festival Among the religious festivals, the following are of great importance: the festival in honor of the Patron Saint Saint Luigi Gonzaga which is celebrated on the first Sunday of August; the feast of Saint Joseph celebrated with a votive cavalcade; the celebration of the Holy Cross, which takes place in the month of May.
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Rosolini
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.
Rosolini is known as the City of carob and as the City of old cabbage for the numerous hectares dedicated to the cultivation of these plants. The production of wine, citrus fruits and oil is also important. Among the typical specialties of the area: u 'ncucciatieddu, made from frustoletti of durum wheat pasta cooked in an amalgam of ricotta, water and pieces of previously boiled yellow pumpkin; 'cca muddica pasta, i.e. pasta seasoned with breadcrumbs, oil, garlic and pecorino cheese; the traditional focaccias 'mpanata, nfigghiulata and a cucca. Among the typical desserts: stuffed gravazzati with ricotta and chocolate pieces; meals outside, made with flour, sugar and egg whites; ricci ri miennila, special almond sweets.
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Rosolini. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
