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Montalbano Elicona

Montalbano Elicona is a fascinating Sicilian village of Byzantine origins, famous for its castle.

Discovering Montalbano Elicona

With the arrival of the Normans the castle gained new towers, and the Angevins later fortified it further. Frederick of Aragon then built a ring of walls around the village and turned the castle into a royal summer residence. The lanes, the picturesque alleys and the old stone houses give the village a magical and authentic atmosphere. From its spectacular views to its delicious local specialities, Montalbano Elicona offers an unforgettable experience in the heart of Sicily.

What to see in Montalbano Elicona

The castle, the church of Santa Caterina, the Mother Church and the Gattuso fountain.

What to taste in Montalbano Elicona

Pasta and beans, fresh and baked ricotta and aniseed biscuits.

Curious facts about Montalbano Elicona

Montalbano Elicona has a breathtaking viewpoint, the Belvedere Portello, famous because from a single spot you can admire both the Nebrodi mountains and the Aeolian Islands.

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