PROVINCE OF PALERMO · INLAND

Gangi

Gangi, an enchanting Sicilian village with roots going back thousands of years, welcomes visitors with its timeless charm.

Gangi

Discovering Gangi

Its origins are said to go back to the ancient Cretans, who came to Sicily in search of Daedalus. They were followed by the Saracens, the Normans and the Aragonese. Between the 16th and 17th centuries Gangi grew greatly and became one of the most populous villages of the Madonie. In Gangi you can explore its typical colourful lanes, admire the noble palaces and the old churches and let yourself be won over by the beauty of Piazza del Popolo. Gangi is an unforgettable experience that brings together history, culture and genuine Sicilian hospitality.

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What to see in Gangi

Palazzo Bongiorno and Palazzo Mocciaro, Piazza del Popolo with the Ventimiglia tower, the church of the Abbadia, the church of the Madonna della Catena and the Chiesa Matrice.

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What to taste in Gangi

Caciocavallo cheese, oven-baked “castrato” (lamb) and pasta with broad bean purée.

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Curious facts about Gangi

Gangi was the birthplace of the painter Giuseppe Salerno, who signed his works with the pseudonym “Zoppo di Gangi”, the lame man of Gangi.

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