What to see in Petralia Soprana
The church of Santa Maria di Loreto, the church of the Collegio, the Mother Church dedicated to Saints Peter and Paul and the Quattro Cannoli fountain.
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Petralia Soprana
Petralia Soprana is a magical village in the Madonie, one of the main mountain ranges of Sicily.
Discovering Petralia Soprana
The first inhabitants were the Sicani, followed by the Arabs, who turned the place into a powerful military centre. Later the Normans, under King Roger II, ruled here, and only in the mid-13th century did people begin to speak of Petralia Soprana. This fascinating village offers an authentic experience, with cobbled lanes, stone houses and old churches that take visitors back in time. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, the village is also ideal for outdoor activities and for enjoying its restaurants and craft workshops.
What to taste in Petralia Soprana
“Sfoglio”, the typical cake, legume soups with wild fennel and wild greens such as chicory.
Curious facts about Petralia Soprana
Its three viewpoints offer a breathtaking view stretching from Etna to the sea along the coast of Termini Imerese.
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