Pace del Mela


Things to do, attractions, interesting facts

Pace del Mela

State: ME - Area: Messina surroundings

Pace del Mela overlooks the Tyrrhenian coast of Sicily. It is divided into many hamlets and districts: the largest is Giammoro which directly overlooks the Tyrrhenian Sea, the oldest is Camastrà which houses the historic buildings of the village.
The history of these places is ancient: it is believed that in In the current territory of Pace del Mela there was the ancient Naulochus, a vast naval basin in front of which 36 BC. the historic battle took place between the fleet of Cesare Ottaviano and that of Sesto Pompeo.
The hamlet of Camastrà houses numerous buildings and monuments which testify to the long presence of the Benedictines in these lands. There are also other buildings of artistic interest dating back to the last decades of the nineteenth century and the beginning of the twentieth century.

What is the best time to visit Pace del Mela?

Pace del Mela 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 Pace del Mela during the year.

Things to do

What to eat

Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Pace del Mela

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.

Nearby Places


Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Pace del Mela. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!

Gualtieri Sicaminò

Messina surroundings

San Filippo Del Mela

Messina surroundings

Santa Lucia Del Mela

Messina surroundings

San Pier Niceto

Messina surroundings

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