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Food and wine

Villa Raino'Azzurra Soc.Coop.A.R.L.

Gangi (25 Km)

Art and culture

Castello di Sperlinga

Sperlinga (15 Km)

The Sperlinga Castle was built according to medieval architecture. It was initially used as a sacred place by the inhabitants of the city. During the Byzantine period, the Castle underwent some changes and was transformed into a military garrison.

Museo Civico

Gangi (25 Km)

The Civic Museum of Gangi was established in 1958 and since 1995 it was placed on the ground floor of Palazzo Sgadari. The Museum consists of four rooms and two sectors where we can admire archaeological finds from nearby Monte Albucchia and Gangi Vecchio.

Castello San Filippo d'Argirò

Agira (22 Km)

The construction dates back to the 14th century above an already existing structure. What is left of the castle today are two different structures. The first is the walls with an irregular perimeter. Then there are also the towers, the first one that is located on the southwest corner, the second that heads towards a gap in the boundary wall and then the third that follows another wall gap about 15m long. Inside the building is also the church of San Filippo, the facade of which is rather recent.

Castello di Assoro Diroccato

Assoro (25 Km)

The Castle of Assoro Diroccato, abandoned already in the early modern age, was then given to the quarry to the citizens, and is, today, inserted in a beautiful urban park that includes the entire upper area of the country with its remains of the fortifications and the ancient acropolis. In the sculpted rocks, to give ease to the walls you can see, then, a truly interesting particularity, next to the large holes for the beams of the floors and floors appear in several places long series of linear petroglyphs, all the same, whose interpretation is really difficult.

I ruderi del Castello di Bolo

Cesaro' (29 Km)

The Castle of Bolo dates back to 1139 during the Norman domination. The walls of the castle were built with sketched stones. Currently, there is nothing left of the fortress, only a few ruins as a testimony of the existence of the castle itself.

Torre Saracena

Gangi (25 Km)

The Saracen Tower was built in the Middle Ages with the function of defense and control of the surrounding territory. It owes its name to the cylindrical shape it holds. The Tower was accessed through a ladder of pegs that led to the opening from the ogival arch located in the north. Currently the property is located in the area of relevance of the Capuchin Monastery of Gangi.

Torre dei Ventimiglia

Gangi (25 Km)

The Ventimiglia Tower was built in 1337 by Francis I and is characterized by a Gothic-Norman structure. In 1560 it was attached to the Mother Church of which it constitutes the bell tower. The tower has a square structure divided into three levels and shows on the upper floors a clock placed in 1758.

Castello di Gangi

Gangi (25 Km)

The Castle of Gangi was built around the 14th century at the behest of the Count of Geraci, Francesco I Ventimiglia. During the eighteenth century the fortress underwent transformations passing from castle to noble palace. He then went into a state of neglect until it was acquired by the Milletari family, which still maintains possession of part of the building. In the second part of the 20th century, the structure was home to schools.

Castello di Longi o Medievale

Longi (31 Km)

Longi Castle dates back to the Middle Ages. We know that it was enlarged during the domination of the Lombards, around the twelfth century. This building has been refurbished several times. The last renovation was done in the 19th century. It is thought to be used for civil purposes, rather than military, since there are no towers in the structure. Today there are only ruins left.

Torre Campanaria del Duomo

Nicosia (13 Km)

The Bell Tower is an excellent example of Gothic-Norman architecture of the Sicily region and is part of the Cathedral of Nicosia. It was recently rebuilt as long ago it was damaged by lightning at the top.

Chiesa del SS. Salvatore

Nicosia (13 Km)

The Church of SS. Salvatore was built between the 11th and 12th centuries on a majestic and mighty fortress of Quartzarenite that dominates the town of Nicosia. The building covers an area of about three hundred square meters and consists of a single nave, a chapel dedicated to Santa Rita and the rooms of the sacristy arranged on two elevations. Works from the 17th century are preserved within the Church, such as the “Madonna of Consolation” by Don Antonino Cardella and the “Climb to Calvary” by Nicola Mirabella.

Cattedrale di Nicosia

Nicosia (13 Km)

The Cathedral of Nicosia was founded in 1856 by Monsignor Milana and a tombstone placed at the entrance of the sacristy attests to its occurrence. It was dedicated to St. Nicholas of Bari and represents the most significant architectural work of the Sicilian city. The main facade has a greater portal of Gothic-Norman style, where there are also Romanesque motifs such as acanthus leaves and twisted ropes. The Portico, on the other hand, dates back to the end of the fifteenth century and is the work of the sculptors of Palermo Gabriele De Battista and Andra Mancino.

Basilica S. Maria Maggiore

Nicosia (13 Km)

The Basilica of S. Maria Maggiore of Nicosia was built in 1767 on the place where the original Basilica was previously built in the Norman era and destroyed in 1757 during a landslide. The structure of the building has a splendid Baroque portal and the interior is dominated by the six-story monumental work “Cona” by Antonello Gagini built in 1511. There are also historical materials such as the so-called Chair by Charles V, in which the emperor sat down in his visit to Nicosia in 1535.

Chiesa S. Michele

Nicosia (13 Km)

The Church of San Michele has historical news dating back to the fourteenth century. It was built at the behest of Count Roger and donated to the Abbot of the Monastery of Patti. The structure has two round apses and elegant frames. The windows were originally opened but over time they were closed. The façade seems to date back to the eighteenth century; in a prominent position we find the fifteenth-century tower consisting of three floors.

Castello Grande ruderi

Nicosia (13 Km)

The Castle of Nicosia is located in the highest part of the city. The structure consisted of 4 towers where all the soldiers lived. The building was built in such a way that it was protected from enemies. Outside the walls there were small buildings that were used to warn the inhabitants of dangers. In 1065 the building was purchased by Count Roger who made it a fortress. Today there are few things left of the castle that prove its existence.

Zona Archelogica citta' greca

Tusa (25 Km)

Sport and fun

Pozzillo Avventura

Regalbuto (26 Km)

Shopping

Sicilia Outlet Village

Agira (31 Km)

Services and tourist information

Comune di Capizzi

Capizzi

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Capizzi

Capizzi

Pro Loco San Fratello

San Fratello (22 Km)

Comune di Maniace

Maniace di Bronte (29 Km)

Pro Loco Acquedolcese"San Teodoro"

Acquedolci (25 Km)

Comune di San Fratello

San Fratello (21 Km)

Comune di Sant'Agata di Militello

Sant'Agata di Militello (28 Km)

Comune di Santo Stefano di Camastra

Santo Stefano di Camastra (22 Km)

Comune di Pettineo

Pettineo (21 Km)

Comune di Gangi

Gangi (25 Km)

Comune di Geraci Siculo

Geraci Siculo (29 Km)

Comune di Caronia

Caronia (20 Km)

Comune di Agira

Agira (22 Km)

Comune di Assoro

Assoro (25 Km)

Comune di Cerami

Cerami (5 Km)

Comune di Regalbuto

Regalbuto (26 Km)

Comune di Sperlinga

Sperlinga (14 Km)

Comune di Troina

Troina (13 Km)

Comune di Acquedolci

Acquedolci (25 Km)

Comune di Alcara Li Fusi

Alcara Li Fusi (27 Km)

Comune di Leonforte

Leonforte (25 Km)

Comune di Nicosia

Nicosia (13 Km)

Comune di Longi

Longi (31 Km)

Comune di Mistretta

Mistretta (14 Km)

Comune di Motta D'Affermo

Motta d'Affermo (21 Km)

Comune di Militello Rosmarino

Militello Rosmarino (28 Km)

Comune di Nissoria

Nissoria (22 Km)

Comune di Castel di Lucio

Castel di Lucio (16 Km)

Comune di Cesaro'

Cesaro' (20 Km)

Comune di Gagliano Castelferrato

Gagliano Castelferrato (16 Km)

Comune di San Mauro Castelverde

San Mauro Castelverde (26 Km)

Comune di Reitano

Reitano (22 Km)

Comune di Tusa

Tusa (26 Km)

Porto Santa Agata di Militello Me

Sant'Agata di Militello (28 Km)

Comune di Misteretta

Mistretta (14 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Acquedolci

Acquedolci (25 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Agira

Agira (22 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Alcara Li Fusi

Alcara Li Fusi (27 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Assoro

Assoro (25 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Caronia

Caronia (20 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Castel Di Lucio

Castel di Lucio (15 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Cerami

Cerami (5 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Gagliano Castelferrato

Gagliano Castelferrato (16 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Gangi

Gangi (25 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Geraci Siculo

Geraci Siculo (29 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Leonforte

Leonforte (24 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Longi

Longi (31 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Maniace

Maniace di Bronte (29 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Militello Rosmarino

Militello Rosmarino (28 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Mistretta

Mistretta (14 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Motta D'affermo

Motta d'Affermo (21 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Nicosia

Nicosia (13 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Nissoria

Nissoria (22 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Pettineo

Pettineo (21 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Regalbuto

Regalbuto (26 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Reitano

Reitano (18 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica San Fratello

San Fratello (22 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica San Mauro Castelverde

San Mauro Castelverde (26 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Sant'agata Di Militello

Sant'Agata di Militello (28 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Santo Stefano Di Camastra

Santo Stefano di Camastra (22 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Sperlinga

Sperlinga (14 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Troina

Troina (13 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Tusa

Tusa (26 Km)

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Visit Capizzi - Tourism and travel tips for your vacation or weekend.

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Cerami

Nicosia

Gagliano Castelferrato

Troina

Sperlinga

Nissoria

Caronia

Mistretta

Agira

Gangi

Acquedolci

Leonforte

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