What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts
State: PA - Area: Cefalù and Madonie
Petralia Soprana is a splendid mountain village, the highest in the Madonie. It is defined as an "author's mountain" for its splendid panoramas and belvedere that range from Etna to the sea.
Once upon a time there was only one Petralia: ancient Petra, founded by the Sicans and called "Batarliah" by the Arabs . At the time of the Normans the village of "sotto" developed, thus separating the community of Petralia into two sister cities. It was then that Petralia Soprana was called Petra Helia.
Petralia Soprana is characterized by paved streets embellished with portals, gates and balconies, palaces and churches where the skill of artists, sculptors, blacksmiths and carpenters shines through.
What is the best time to visit Petralia Soprana ?
Petralia Soprana can be visited all year round: the welcome and warmth of the Sicilians will amaze you. But for an unforgettable experience, admiring the colors, tasting the flavors and fully experiencing the traditions, it is advisable to plan a visit on the days of one of the festivals that take place in Petralia Soprana during the year.
If you want to know about upcoming festivals and events Click here and you will find a list of the most important ones.
Church of the Collegio in Petralia Soprana
Roman Aqueduct in Petralia Soprana
Monument to Frate Umile Pintorno in Petralia Soprana
Seri Gate in Petralia Soprana
Quattro Cannoli Fountain Petralia Soprana
Piazza del Popolo in Petralia Soprana
Church of San Teodoro in Petralia Soprana
Church of the Purgative Souls in Petralia Soprana
Church of Santa Lucia in Petralia Soprana
Church of Saints Peter and Paul in Petralia Soprana
Municipal Palace in Petralia Soprana
Church of San Michele in Petralia Soprana
Museum of Contemporary Art SottoSale in Petralia Soprana
Sgadari Villa in Petralia Soprana
Marchese Pottino Palace Petralia Soprana
Church of Holy Savior in Petralia Soprana
Church of Santa Maria di Gesù in Petralia Soprana
Church of Santa Maria di Loreto in Petralia Soprana
Traditional Festivals, Events, Live Show, Concerts,... Petralia Soprana
Petra Vintage - Market in Petralia Soprana
25 May 2025
Feast of Saints Peter and Paul in Petralia Soprana
Jun 2025
Batraliah Fest in Petralia Soprana
Jul 2025
Grain Festival in Pianello - Petralia Soprana
Aug 2025
Salt Festival in Petralia Soprana
Aug 2025
Gust'Art in Borgo Verdi - Petralia Soprana
Sep 2025
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Petralia Soprana
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.
To view a list of business activity within tourism in Petralia Soprana Click here
