Caltagirone

Things to do, attractions, interesting facts

Caltagirone

Area: Central Sicily

Caltagirone is world famous for the handcrafted production of ceramics. Due to this peculiarity it is known as the city of ceramics, fortress of jars, hill of vases, or as a land of clay.
The city is situated in a scenic amphitheater-like position between the Iblei and Erei mountains and dominates the plain of Catania and Gela.
The traces of its millenary history embellish tourist routes and itineraries thanks to an archaeological, artistic and architectural heritage of considerable value.
Caltagirone is a UNESCO heritage together with the other seven late Baroque cities of the Val di Noto.

What to eat

Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Caltagirone

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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Where to stay

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Nearby Places

Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Caltagirone. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!

San Michele di Ganzaria

Central Sicily

Grammichele

Central Sicily

Mazzarrone

Central Sicily

Niscemi

Agrigento surroundings

Interesting Facts

Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Caltagirone

Caltagirone whistles
The whistle is the oldest sound toy in the world. The Caltagirone terracotta whistle contains art, history and ancient traditions.
"Coppo": ancient tradition of Caltagirone
On the occasion of special events, the Caltagirone staircase is artistically illuminated in accordance with a centuries-old tradition.
Apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Caltagirone
The miraculous apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary took place in the place where today stands the Sanctuary of the Madonna del Ponte in Caltagirone.
"Historic Villas of Caltagirone" itinerary
“Historic Villas of Caltagirone” is a guided itinerary to discover the historic villas of the city.
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