Motta Camastra: the medieval Sicilian village of The Godfather

Things to do, attractions, interesting facts

Provincia: ME - Area: Taormina surroundings

Motta Camastra is a small medieval village located in the heart of the Alcantara Valley.
In its territory there are the famous basaltic lava canyons: the Alcantara Gorges.
The Casale di Camastra was born around the end of the 12th century century and has Phoenician origins, the name “Motta Camastra” derives from the words Mot and Kamastart, the name of a Phoenician divinity.

What to see

In the territory of Motta Camastra there are the very famous basaltic lava canyons: the Alcantara Gorges.

Motta Camastra Castle

Ancient Oil Mill of Motta Camastra

Things to do

Tour, Experience, Tastings,...

The gorges of the Alcantara river make this village the ideal place for rafting, quad excursions, tours, etc.

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Traditional Festivals, Events, Live Show,... Motta Camastra

The traditional festivals are a real blast from the past, full of symbolic meanings that fascinate and attract numerous visitors.

Motta Camastra Walnut Festival
28, 29 Sep, 5, 6 Oct 2024

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What to eat

Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Motta Camastra

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.

Walnut is the typical product of the culinary tradition of Motta Camastra.

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 Motta Camastra. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!

Interesting Facts

Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Motta Camastra

Places of "The Godfather" - Motta Camastra
The village of Motta Camastra is famous all over the world because it is the "Corleone" in the film "The Godfather".

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