Riesi
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
Useful information to fully enjoy your visit to Riesi. Attractions to see, Traditional Festival, events and things to do to have fun, food to taste, which items to buy, which interesting facts to know and where to stay on vacation in Riesi.
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Riesi is a town in the Sicilian hinterland, located at the foot of Monte Santa Veronica, near the Salso river valley.
Founded in the 13th century, its territory has been inhabited since ancient times by various populations: Sicans, Sicilians, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans.
Its history has always been linked to the presence of sulfur mines. A story that today is told through its museum.
Among the typical dishes of the city of Riesi, several typical preparations of the Sicilian tradition stand out: tagliatelle with rice and legumes, Maccarruna alla carrittera, fuateddre, guasteddri, muffuletti, vurciddrata... Important wine production as well: Riesi DOC.
Events
2023 March 26 - April 9
What to see
Attractions to see in Riesi
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Riesi. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Mazzarino
Central Sicily
Butera
Agrigento surroundings
Pietraperzia
Central Sicily
Barrafranca
Central Sicily
Campobello di Licata
Agrigento surroundings
Delia
Central Sicily