Tindari is a Sicilian town located in the territorial competence of Patti (province of Messina). Immersed in the Gulf of Patti, northeast of the island. The history of this town was lost in ancient times considering that the recognized founder was none other than Dionysus of Syracuse who officially gave its name to the nucleus in 396 BC. inhabited, it is said that Dionysus himself has chosen to call it Tindari, inspired by the figure of Tindaro (king of Sparta and husband of Leda, as well as the putative father of Elena and the Dioscuri, Castor and Pollux) ).

Precisely the (imposing) temporal dimension is the basis and setting for the thousand adventures that can be experienced in this wonderful Sicilian oasis. He continued first under the Carthaginian effigy and then Roman (during the time of the famous Battle of Tindari). But the historical contamination did not stop there and continued when it became Byzantine episcopal colony and, later, Arab colony. Following the Arab conquest, many oriental uses landed definitively in this municipality and an ancestral trace of that historical period can be found in the presence of the veneration of < ; Strong>Black Madonna of Tindari.

The historical magnitude can be found by the numerous archaeological excavations (all in good condition) that began from the years 1838-1839 by the Municipal Superintendency before of Syracuse and, then, Messina. For those who want to approach these wonderful beauties, guided tours are possible; routes rich in discoveries (from mosaics to ceramics, to the ruins of temples and structures) surrounded in the maritime landscape typical of Sicilian soil. Also in this adventure in history it is possible to see the remains (still partially intact) of the walls that had a length of about 3 km and which were rebuilt in the 3rd century BC

A unique and very interesting path is the theater of the fourth century of about 3000 places, found in the plant archaeological, and that climbs a hill and anticipates the other strong piece of the findings (the agora). It is a real Roman micro-world perfectly preserved in which to immerse oneself in the habits of imperial life.

In addition to these classic beauties, in more recent times, the city has seen the creation of other very interesting structures such as the Sanctuary of the Black Madonna (also known as simply, Sanctuary of Tindari); in it is kept the statue of the black Madonna in cedar wood, a probable iconoclastic symbol of subsequent centuries and of oriental origin. This cathedral in addition to the remarkable size is characteristic for its location, being on a promontory overlooking the sea and above the acropolis itself. Every year, the feast dedicated to the Black Madonna is celebrated on 7 September. Starting in 1956, the abandoned theater of the archaeological site has been used and, often, offers the opportunity to attend music and dance shows taking advantage of the natural beauty of the location.

At the base of the acropolis the legends of the place speak of the beach of Marinello, a sandy strip that overlooks small mirrors of water. This beach is very special because it tells the legend of a sorceress (who resided in a cave) who attracted sailors to her to devour them. Equally wonderful is the Tindari Lagoon accessible through state road 113, along the Tyrrhenian coast. Among the offers proposed by the area there are many summer events; among which stands out the Taormina JAZZ Festival (first week of August), the festival of the arancine and many concerts of very interesting national artists (Mengoni, Mario Biondi, Mannarino, etc.).

From the headlands of the area, the view is breathtaking and allows you to see the nearby Aeolian Islands (easily accessible and with scheduled itineraries) directed for Alicudi, Filicudi, Stromboli, Panarea, Vulcano, Lipari and Salina also called the seven pearls of the Mediterranean) as well as the possibility of stopping at the Terme di Vigliatore (area) neighboring).

A few kilometers away the atmosphere changes and you arrive at the Etna Natural Park with the magic of the still active volcano and the magmatic dark earth. In the paths of the park there is a dense vegetation of chestnut trees, low vineyards, oaks, beech trees and birches surrounded by a fauna of rare beauty such as that of the golden eagle, weasel, Dormouse, wild pigeons and herons until you get up, on top, where the glowing lapilli are the masters. In addition to delighting the Etna show in this park you can visit the Caves, the Valle del Bove, the Monastery, the Germoplasma Trail, the Montagnola, the Silvestri Mountains and the Craters Summitali.

Anyone who wants to live adventure, traditional landscape and excursions in history must only try what this village in Messina can offer and It will certainly be enchanted to such an extent as to want to repeat it. Being able to find the magic of the Sicilian land and the spirit, by now, touristic in the area can only strike.

Have a good holiday to everyone, Tindari is one step away from us!