Naso
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
Useful information to fully enjoy your visit to Naso. 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 Naso.
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Naso stands on the Nebrodi mountains, in a splendid position overlooking the sea.
Its origin is shrouded in myth: it is said that Agatirso, the ancient Naso, was founded in 1218 BC by the hand of Agathirnos, son of the God of Aeolus winds. In the early Middle Ages, Naso acquired greatness and power thanks to the dominion of the Ventimiglia feudal lords: it first received the title of county and then of city. Between the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries it was hit by numerous earthquakes that razed a large part of the city, the old castle and part of the city walls. The current appearance of the city is in fact due to the reconstructions carried out following these earthquakes.
Naso hides works of art of considerable artistic value and is a destination for pilgrimages for being the birthplace of San Cono, patron saint of the city.
Interesting Facts
Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Naso
Legend of the death of San Cono
San Cono was born and died in Naso. A legend is told about his death.
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Naso. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Brolo
Messina surroundings
Capo d'Orlando
Messina surroundings
Piraino
Messina surroundings
Sant'Angelo Di Brolo
Messina surroundings
Gioiosa Marea
Messina surroundings
Alcara li Fusi
Messina surroundings