Blufi

Things to do, attractions, interesting facts

Blufi

Area: Cefalù and Madonie

Blufi is a small town that develops on a hill on the southern side of the Madonie.
It is believed that the name "Blufi" has an Arab origin: formed by "be" and "luf", it would recall a plant present in the area .
The historical events of Blufi are linked to those of the city of Petralia Soprana, of which the town was a fraction until 1972.
The name of Blufi is inextricably linked to that of the famous Sanctuary of the Madonna dell ' Oil that rises in an enchanting natural setting and welcomes thousands of faithful throughout the year.

What to eat

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

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.

Interesting Facts

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

The tulips of the Blufi Sanctuary
The field in front of the Sanctuary of the Madonna dell'Olio di Blufi fills with thousands of splendid red tulips every year.
Legend of the source of Blufi
The legend tells of a spring, located near the Blufi sanctuary, from which a large quantity of edible oil flowed.
Legend of the ghost of Marabuto
In Blufi there is the rock of Marabuto, an ancient tomb dating back to the Arab domination, and a legend is linked to it.
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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 Blufi. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!

Bompietro

Cefalù and Madonie

Castellana Sicula

Cefalù and Madonie

Petralia Soprana

Cefalù and Madonie

Petralia Sottana

Cefalù and Madonie

Alimena

Cefalù and Madonie

Polizzi Generosa

Cefalù and Madonie