Letojanni
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
Area: Taormina surroundings
Letojanni is a renowned seaside resort in Sicily, it is part of the tourist area of Taormina and is located in the center of a large bay between the promontories of S. Alessio, on which Forza D'Agrò stands, and S. Andrea, on which it stands Taormina.
It is believed that today's Letojanni rises in the same place as ancient Lethaios, a Siceliot locality that fell under Roman rule, of which we no longer have any news. It is believed that the absence of a fortified defensive system has decreed its end. The current town was built around 1650, when Francesco Reitano, Marquis of Gallidoro, made his home there, building a sumptuous palace. Since then, the town of Letojanni grew to become a renowned tourist resort.
Letojanni is certainly known for its coastline, where numerous beaches lapped by crystalline sea alternate.
Letojanni retains an important historical imprint through its many palaces and historic buildings.
It is believed that today's Letojanni rises in the same place as ancient Lethaios, a Siceliot locality that fell under Roman rule, of which we no longer have any news. It is believed that the absence of a fortified defensive system has decreed its end. The current town was built around 1650, when Francesco Reitano, Marquis of Gallidoro, made his home there, building a sumptuous palace. Since then, the town of Letojanni grew to become a renowned tourist resort.
Letojanni is certainly known for its coastline, where numerous beaches lapped by crystalline sea alternate.
Letojanni retains an important historical imprint through its many palaces and historic buildings.
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Letojanni
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.
Where to stay
Best Offers of Vacation Rental, hotel, B&B where to sleep in Letojanni
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Letojanni. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Taormina
Taormina surroundings
Castelmola
Taormina surroundings
Mongiuffi Melia
Taormina surroundings
Forza d'Agrò
Taormina surroundings
