Gela
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
Useful information to fully enjoy your visit to Gela. Attractions to see, Traditional Festival, events and things to do to have fun, food to taste, which items to buy, which interesting facts to know and where to stay on vacation in Gela.
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Gela has an ancient history and boasts a rich artistic, cultural and religious heritage.
It was founded in 689 BC. by the Rhodesian-Cretan colonists, it was equipped with temples and palaces and was destroyed in 282 BC by the Carthaginians.
Gela has a long beach of fine and golden sand surrounded by the typical Mediterranean scrub and in some sections preceded by high, clayey walls and limestone.
The sea of Gela, in particular, is an attraction for all lovers of wind surfing and kite surfing.
Events
What to see
Attractions to see in Gela
Interesting Facts
Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Gela
Legend of the beautiful castellana
The legend of the beautiful castellana tells of a woman of great charm who lived in the "Castelluccio", a mysterious manor not far from Gela.
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Gela. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!