Aci Castello
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
Useful information to fully enjoy your visit to Aci Castello. 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 Aci Castello.
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Aci Castello is built around a promontory of lava rock overlooking the sea.
The Norman Castle stands on it, dominating the city.
It is said that Aci Castello and the other Aci draw their origin from Xiphonia, a mysterious Greek city that has disappeared. The main square of the town overlooks the sea and enjoys a suggestive view of the Riviera dei Ciclopi.
What to see
Attractions to see in Aci Castello
Interesting Facts
Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Aci Castello
Legend of the Ghosts of Aci Castello
There are many anecdotes related to the Norman castle of Acicastello that tell of ghosts.
Acicastello: Le Stoffe del Castello di Trezza
The Norman castle of Aci Castello is the background to the novel by Giovanni Verga The fabrics of the castle of Trezza.
Legend of the Imprisoned Hunter
The legend of the hunter tells of a man who was unjustly imprisoned in the prisons of the castle of Acicastello.
Legend of the Lady of Aci Castello
The sad story told in the legend of the Lady of the Castle takes place within the walls of the Norman Castle of Aci Castello.
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Aci Castello. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Aci Trezza
Catania and Etna
Aci Catena
Catania and Etna
Acireale
Catania and Etna
Viagrande
Catania and Etna
Catania
Catania and Etna
Nicolosi
Catania and Etna