Museo Archeologico Regionale
Gela
The Regional Archaeological Museum of Gela was built and inaugurated in 1958 on a project by the architect Luigi Pasquarelli. The Museum houses about 4200 exhibits from the surrounding area covering the period from prehistory to the Middle Ages. The structure of the Museum is divided into two floors and exhibits several ceramic finds and bronzes that trace the history of Gela.
Castelluccio
Gela
The Castelluccio di Gela dates back to the 13th century and is located on a chalky relief dominating the surrounding area. Its main function was defensive and it appears to have been in the possession of Anselmo da Moach in the fourteenth century to pass in the management of the Aragonese. The structure has a rectangular plan with powerful walls and its corner towers. Of the main floor there are only a few remains while there are still rooms on the ground floor with the function of stables and armory houses. The Castle is currently in a state of neglect.
Torre Manfria
Gela
The Tower of Manfria was built around the 17th century on the indications of the architect Camillo Camilliani. The Tower appears visible from all over the gulf of the city of Gela given its position erected on the hill above it. It is about 15 meters high with a base of 12.50 meters. It is in good condition except for the cornice that is semi-destroyed.
Ingresso citta' greca (VII sec.aC)
Gela
Gala is one of the oldest Sicilian cities, the first appropriations take us back to the 5th century BC. The name comes from the Doric colony founded in the 7th century BC which took possession of all Greek Sicily. Do not forget also the Federican period in which Terranova was built, a new city on the ruins of the Hellenic metropolis. In 1943 there was the first arrival of the Allies, in 1948, instead, the great archaeological discovery of the fortresses of Capo Soprano. In 1956, with the discovery of oil deposits, the city became of great importance, assuming fame and fame throughout the nation. Over the decades, as a result of the latest events, Gela took on a negative image.
Cattedrale di San Giovanni Battista
Ragusa
(45 Km)
It has a majestic facade, rich of carvings and sculptures, it is divided into five parts by big pillars on the left side there is the bell tower that rises over 50 meters long.
Villa Romana del Casale
Piazza Armerina
(34 Km)
These Roman villas are endowed with attractive mosaic floors, making it exceedingly beautiful museum in the region. The spectacular mosaics are the most preserved and impressive in the world. Nobody can accurately describe the encounter one has to experience and therefore personal experience is the best. Make a tour to this place and you will discover the amazing adventures you have missed.
Duomo di San Giorgio
Ragusa
(46 Km)
It is one of the highest in the world of sacred Baroque; the Church once stood at the eastern area, where the old portal still is.
Ragusa Ibla
Ragusa
(46 Km)
This district is the heart of the city and it is located in the east over a hill, it. The district contains over fifty churches and numerous palaces in Baroque style, the Garden Ibleo and there are also the ruins of the the ancient city.
Castello di Donnafugata
Ragusa
(35 Km)
The Castle of Donnafugata is 15 km from Ragusa, and is similar to a luxurious mansion from the 19th century. The building has an area of about 2,500 square meters and consists of two towers and eight balconies. The castle has 122 rooms, of which about twenty are available to visitors. The furniture is original from the time. Each room had a different taste and function from the other. The building is surrounded by a large park. In the rooms of the castle, some filming was carried out by Commissioner Montalbano.
Porta Walter
Ragusa
(46 Km)
Walter Porta ( or Vattiri) is the only one of the five entrances (south) to the ancient city that has endured for centuries. Today's door, high 5 meters and wide 3 meters, was built in the first half of '600 during the visit of the Viceroy of Sicily
Palazzo Zacco
Ragusa
(46 Km)
The palace was built by Baron Melfi in rococo style. The characteristic strains with grotesque masks of fantastic figures that follow those of other contemporary palaces or from previous decades.
Castello di Serravalle
Mineo
(49 Km)
The Castle of Serravalle was built around the 14th century. It was built on Poggio Pizzuto, because it had the function of defending and protecting the southern part of Catania from attacks. Nowadays it is privately owned and is in good condition.
Castello Ducezio
Mineo
(45 Km)
There are only ruins left of the Ducezio Castle. This is because it is very ancient and in fact dates back to the 7th century. However, there is news of this construction already around the 7th century BC. Today the remaining ruins are public property.
Castello Mongialino
Mineo
(43 Km)
The Mongialino Castle dates back to the twelfth century and is one of the most particular castles in the area for its structure. In fact, it consists of a circular donjon and a wall of irregular shape. This building was donated by Bartolomeo de Lucy to his daughter. Nowadays, there are only parts of the whole building left.
Museo Regionale di Kamarina
Ragusa
(37 Km)
The Museum of Kamarina preserves the planimetric characteristics of the nineteenth-century beam built on the ruins of the Temple of Athena in the city of Camarina. It collects inside the archaeological documentation of the territory from the prehistoric to the medieval age coming from the excavations carried out in the necropolis, in the port area and in the inhabited center. Of great interest, is also the Amphorae Pavilion, which houses one of the richest collections in the Mediterranean.
Città sicula-greca Morgantina
Aidone
(34 Km)
The archaeological site of Morgantina was founded in the Prehistoric Age and had its decline in the Roman Imperial Age. It is located in the interior of Sicily and is the best known ancient city. In Morgantina there are two areas that correspond to the two main phases of the city's history, which are: the ancient, Hellenistic-Roman settlement and the one called “The Citadel “which has its own origins in the Bronze Age.
Casa natale di Luigi Capuana
Mineo
(45 Km)
The Birthplace of Luigi Capuana is located in the homonymous palace where the well-known Sicilian writer and journalist was born. Inside there are manuscripts, furniture and paintings by the writer as well as correspondence with contemporary writers such as Ibsen, D'Annunzio and Pirandello. A particular collection of photographs is also exhibited that testifies to the great activity of the writer.
Teatro Donnafugata
Ragusa
(47 Km)
The Donnafugata Theatre dates back to the second half of the 19th century and is inserted inside the homonymous palace. This theatre is among the youngest in Italy and one of the most characteristic. Composed of 95 seats, it also has a large bar room and other adjoining rooms, respectively called Sala Vicky and Sala Costanza, the names of the owners.
Casa di Montalbano
Santa Croce Camerina
(38 Km)
Torre Scalambri
Santa Croce Camerina
(38 Km)
Ipogeo di Donnafugata
Santa Croce Camerina
(34 Km)
Chiesa Madre
Santa Croce Camerina
(36 Km)
Museo Archeologico
Aidone
(43 Km)
The Museum of Aidone exhibits a rich collection of finds, testimonies of the most important stages of the civil journey. The Museum opened in 1984, after its restoration, is located at the former Capuchin Convent. What is important to visit inside the Museum is the Head of the Ecce, which changes its expression depending on the viewing angle.
Museo Archeologico Ibleo
Ragusa
(45 Km)
The Iblean Archaeological Museum is set up inside the first floor of the Palazzo Mediterraneo where from 1955 to 1960, the first museum nucleus of the Antiquarium was located. The purpose of the Museum is to collect materials that illustrate the ancient and archaeological history of the territory from the Neolithic to the late antiquity.
Museo Regionale della Ceramica
Caltagirone
(30 Km)
The Regional Museum of Ceramics was inaugurated in 1965 and collects about 2500 finds of ceramics made in Sicily since prehistory. The museum site is divided into six sections and provides an educational service with the use of multimedia and audiovisual devices.
Mostra dei Pupi Siciliani
Caltagirone
(30 Km)
The Sicilian Pupi Exhibition originates from the animator Don Gaetano Russo who with the Compagnia dei Pupi performed since 1981 in Caltagirone. About fifty pupi belonging to the Catania school are exhibited, distinguished by those from Palermo for their size and for the different handling techniques. The exhibition is also enriched by the exhibition of cart keys and historical texts.
Galleria Civica d'Arte Contemporanea
Caltagirone
(30 Km)
The Civic Gallery of Contemporary Art was founded in 1996 with the intent to welcome the donation of the collection of works by the well-known artist Gianni Ballarò at the behest of his wife Carmela Pasqualino. Added to this an anthological exhibition of the contemporary works of the Civic Museums of Caltagirone.
Museo Civico e Pinacoteca "L. Sturzo"
Caltagirone
(30 Km)
The Civic Museum and the Art Gallery “L. Sturzo” were established in 1914 at the headquarters of the eighteenth-century Bourbon Prison. A first collection was made by the scientist and humanist Emanuele Taranto Rosso through the Cabinet of Archaeology and Natural History, established in 1843. The Art Gallery presents artistic works before the 16th century and among all stands out the canvas “Jesus in the vegetable garden” by Epifanio Rossi.
Castello Principi di Biscari
Acate
(22 Km)
The Castle of the Princes of Biscari was built in 1494. Reborn from the restoration done recently, it is now in perfect cultural and aesthetic harmony with functional needs. The castle has been the symbol of the Biscari for five centuries.
Castello di Aidone
Aidone
(43 Km)
The ruins left today of the castle are those of the construction that dates back to the 11th century. The 1693 earthquake completely destroyed it. It is called the Gresti castle or Pietratagliata, because it is located in the Gresti district. The ruins of the castle are privately owned and have been abandoned for a long time.
Castello di Gresti
Aidone
(49 Km)
The Medieval Castle consists of a set of underground spaces located to the east of the rocky coast and on the western slope of the cliff. The tower and other masonry environments give the structure the idea of a fortress. You have access to the castle through a narrow path cut into the rock, and then reach two accesses: a portal and a staircase of which today only a trace remains in the masonry.
Castello Arabo-Normanno Diroccato o Chiaromonte
Butera
(14 Km)
The Norman Castle Roccato is also known as Chiaromonte. It is located in the historic center, surrounded by today's buildings. Initially, four or five corner towers were part of the structure. It was several times fundamental in the wars that struck the territory. This has contributed to having only a few ruins today.
Castello di Caltagirone
Caltagirone
(30 Km)
The Castle of Caltagirone is located in the present ancient part of the homonymous city and was most likely built around the 12th-13th century. In fact, from documents dating back to 1239, the fortress is defined as the state property that is included in the number of castra exempta. Unfortunately, in 1256, the structure was damaged by the Manfredi and only the tower remained of the Castle. We proceeded to the construction of a room and a room annexed to the tower itself, but unfortunately, from documents dating back to the twentieth century, it is evident that only a few remains remain of the Castle.
Scalinata Santa Maria del Monte
Caltagirone
(30 Km)
The Staircase Santa Maria del Monte di Caltagirone was built in 1606 with the intent of connecting the ancient part of the city with the new upper part. The structure is over 130 meters long and since 1954 has been presenting decorations in the elevations of the steps and ceramic tiles by the Caltagironesi Artisanal Majolica. The staircase is illuminated during 24 and 25 July for the feast of St. James, patron saint of the city.
Biblioteca Comunale Emanuele Taranto
Caltagirone
(30 Km)
The origins of the Library of Caltagirone date back to the 16th century when the Jesuit Fathers established the library archive located in the College. But in 1767, when they left the city, the library was transferred to the University of Catania. After so many protests it was decided to establish a library that was based in Caltagirone and only in 1785, the Regio Spiaccio made official the opening of the new library. An important collection of volumes was donated by Prince Niccolò Interlandi who in this way enriched the library's offer.
Torre Castellazzo
Camastra
(45 Km)
Its construction can be dated to different periods. A part of the structure belongs to the Paleolithic age while the terrace to the 16th century. Currently, the tower is in a state of abandonment and decay.
Ceramiche Cristina di Persico Cristina
Caltagirone
(30 Km)
Palagonia - Ingr.citta' greca Palike (V sec.aC)
Mineo
(49 Km)