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Caltabellotta: between history and myth
What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: AG - Area: Agrigento surroundings
Caltabellotta stands in a unique position suspended under Mount Kratas and boasts one of the most beautiful landscapes in Sicily.
Myths and legends accompany its history: it was one of the capitals of the Sicani people and home to the mythological Camico, a fortress city built from the Greek architect Dedalo.
The name "Caltabellotta" derives from the Arabic "Qal 'at ballutt" which means fortress of the oaks. The Greeks called it "Triocala" or "Three beautiful things" in reference to the spring waters, the fertility of the soil and the cliff on which the town stands.
The ancient heart is Terravecchia, winding streets and medieval corners; from Calvary you can see the sea in the distance, the Hermitage is the place where San Pellegrino killed the Dragon making Caltabellotta the "village of Peace".
Caltabellotta is the kingdom of extra virgin olive oil.
Caltabellotta has preserved a medieval urban fabric and preserves beauty and traditions ancient.
Caltabellotta is the kingdom of extra virgin olive oil.
What is the best time to visit Caltabellotta?
Caltabellotta 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 Caltabellotta 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 in Caltabellotta
Church of Pietà in Caltabellotta
Archaeological Museum in Caltabellotta
Church of San Salvatore in Caltabellotta
Civic Museum in Caltabellotta
Peasant and Shepherd Museum in Caltabellotta
Contrada San Marco necropolis in Caltabellotta
Lu Pirtusu in Caltabellotta
Bona Palace in Caltabellotta
Ruins of the Church of San Francesco in Caltabellotta
Church of Sant'Agostino di Caltabellotta
Church of Itria in Caltabellotta
Hermitage of Santa Maria di Montevergine in Caltabellotta
Ruins of the Norman Castle in Caltabellotta
The Church of the Collegio in Caltabellotta
Church of the Carmine in Caltabellotta
Capuchin Church in Caltabellotta
Sicane Necropolis in Caltabellotta
Archaeological area of San Benedetto in Caltabellotta
Altar of the god Cronos in Caltabellotta
Cathedral of Maria Santissima Assunta in Caltabellotta
Palace of Signoria in Caltabellotta
Kratas Mount in Caltabellotta
Hermitage of San Pellegrino in Caltabellotta
What to eat in Caltabellotta
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Caltabellotta
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.
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Interesting and Fun Facts
Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Caltabellotta
