Zafferana Etnea
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
Area: Catania and Etna
Zafferana is the pearl of Etna.
It rises on the eastern slopes of the volcano and is a destination for tourists attracted by the artistic, monumental and cultural heritage of the city, for lovers of hiking who can take advantage of the suggestive natural paths along the volcano and for numerous skiers in the winter season.
It is a summer and winter tourist center for Etna and its position allows you to enjoy an enchanting panorama that sweeps from the coasts of Calabria to those of the gulf of Syracuse.
Zafferana has been elected city of honey for the production of the highest quality of this product.
It rises on the eastern slopes of the volcano and is a destination for tourists attracted by the artistic, monumental and cultural heritage of the city, for lovers of hiking who can take advantage of the suggestive natural paths along the volcano and for numerous skiers in the winter season.
It is a summer and winter tourist center for Etna and its position allows you to enjoy an enchanting panorama that sweeps from the coasts of Calabria to those of the gulf of Syracuse.
Zafferana has been elected city of honey for the production of the highest quality of this product.
What to see
Sicilian miniature Museum in Zafferana
Mother Church of Zafferana
Church of Madonna delle Grazie in Zafferana
Municipal park in Zafferana
Museum of beekeeper in Zafferana
Park of Myths in Zafferana
Municipal building in Zafferana
Piazza Umberto I in Zafferana
Lava flow of 1992 in Zafferana Etnea
Altar in Zafferana Etnea
Church of Maria SS. of the Rosary in Fleri - Zafferana Etnea
Fleri fort in Zafferana Etnea
Church of San Giuseppe in Zafferana Etnea
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Zafferana Etnea
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.
Where to stay
Best Offers of Vacation Rental, hotel, B&B where to sleep in Zafferana Etnea
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Zafferana Etnea. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Santa Venerina
Catania and Etna
Milo
Catania and Etna
Sant'Alfio
Catania and Etna
Trecastagni
Catania and Etna
