Francofonte
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
Area: Siracusa surroundings
Francofonte is perched on a volcanic summit and along the side of a hill overlooking the very fertile plain of Catania.
The first inhabited center was built in the fourteenth century by the will of some men to escape the clashes between the Catalan faction and the Latina in the nearby territory of Lentini. Thus it was built in an elevated position as it was less exposed to the risks of the surrounding plains. The farmhouse was then transformed into a fortress, with the construction of the keep and the fortified walls. Thus arose the first nucleus of the castle around which the town gradually developed.
The city of Francofonte is renowned for the production of the Blood Orange of Sicily. It is believed that the Tarocco variety of blood oranges originated in this area and that from here it first spread to the Catania Plain and then throughout Sicily. The Tarocco di Francofonte PGI is considered the most valuable blood orange.
The first inhabited center was built in the fourteenth century by the will of some men to escape the clashes between the Catalan faction and the Latina in the nearby territory of Lentini. Thus it was built in an elevated position as it was less exposed to the risks of the surrounding plains. The farmhouse was then transformed into a fortress, with the construction of the keep and the fortified walls. Thus arose the first nucleus of the castle around which the town gradually developed.
The city of Francofonte is renowned for the production of the Blood Orange of Sicily. It is believed that the Tarocco variety of blood oranges originated in this area and that from here it first spread to the Catania Plain and then throughout Sicily. The Tarocco di Francofonte PGI is considered the most valuable blood orange.
Things to do
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What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Francofonte
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.
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Interesting Facts
Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Francofonte
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 Francofonte. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!