Letojanni
What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: ME - Area: Taormina surroundings
Letojanni is a renowned seaside resort in Sicily, it is part of the tourist area of Taormina and is located in the center of a large bay between the promontories of S. Alessio, on which Forza D'Agrò stands, and S. Andrea, on which it stands Taormina.
It is believed that today's Letojanni rises in the same place as ancient Lethaios, a Siceliot locality that fell under Roman rule, of which we no longer have any news. It is believed that the absence of a fortified defensive system has decreed its end. The current town was built around 1650, when Francesco Reitano, Marquis of Gallidoro, made his home there, building a sumptuous palace. Since then, the town of Letojanni grew to become a renowned tourist resort.
Letojanni is certainly known for its coastline, where numerous beaches lapped by crystalline sea alternate.
Letojanni retains an important historical imprint through its many palaces and historic buildings.
What is the best time to visit Letojanni?
Letojanni 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 Letojanni during the year.
What to eat in Letojanni
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Letojanni
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.
