Alia
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
Provincia: PA - Area: Cefalù and Madonie
Alia is a small village located on the south-western slope of the Madonie, known by the name of Città Giardino. Its origins are ancient: findings in its territory lead us to suppose that the area was inhabited since from Roman times. The current inhabited area dates back to Arab domination: in the fiefdom of Lalia, the hamlets of Yhale', Gurfa, Ottumarrano em> and Kharse.
Its historic center preserves monuments and museums of particular interest, in its territory there are the Grotte della Gurfa, a rare and spectacular example of rock burial caves.
Its historic center preserves monuments and museums of particular interest, in its territory there are the Grotte della Gurfa, a rare and spectacular example of rock burial caves.
What to see
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Alia
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 Alia
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Alia. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Roccapalumba
Palermo surroundings
Montemaggiore Belsito
Cefalù and Madonie
Lercara Friddi
Palermo surroundings
Valledolmo
Cefalù and Madonie
