Destinations not to be missed

There are many interesting places to visit in Castiglione di Sicilia and the surrounding area.

Etna Park. Lauria Castle Lauria Castle is located in the center of the town of Castiglione, born as a defensive fortress of the city on sandstone, surrounded by majestic defensive walls, it forms a perfect military defense with the rest of the Alcantara valley. From the highest point of the castle, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the valley. Currently, the castle only has the bell tower and some ruins of the walls and passages. Cuban Byzantine Church Near the Castiglione di Sicilia you can find a typical Byzantine building called Santa Domenica Cuba, one of the very few buildings of this architecture still standing in Sicily. This church is in the shape of a Greek cross with a square plan, a dome. Built of lava stone, stucco, and terracotta, Santa Domenica Cuba has been a national monument since 1909. The Alcantara . gorges Alcantara River Park is one of the most beautiful parks in Sicily. The fast-flowing Alcantara River has magnificently sculpted the surrounding area to its liking. Next to it are deep gorges with lava basalt walls created by the ancient eruptions of the Etna volcano. Therefore, it is said that the scenery here gives visitors a sense of the strange power of water and fire. Etna Park Etna Park is a protected natural area whose main purpose is the absolute preservation of the Etna Range, a world heritage site. This park is home to many animals such as hedgehogs, foxes and Etna wild cats… It also has a luxuriant flora including chestnuts, olives, oaks, birch, Etna broom… with vibrant colors, effectively contrasting with the black color of the lava rock. Piano Provenzana ski area. Piano Provenzana . ski area Piano Provenzana is a ski area located just a few minutes from town. A magical and fascinating place that combines the beauty of the typical alpine landscape with the landscape of the sea. From above, visitors can admire the whole area with 360-degree views.