Campofelice di Roccella
Discovering Campofelice di Roccella
Hello everyone! Today I want to tell you about Campofelice di Roccella, a municipality in the metropolitan city of Palermo in Sicily. With a population of about 7,500 inhabitants, Campofelice di Roccella is located on a hill near the sea and has an interesting history to tell.
Geographic-Historical Features
The city was founded in 1699 by the Palermo prince Don Gaspare La Grutta Guccio, who obtained the fiefdom and built one hundred houses, fourteen shops, a fountain and a church dedicated to Santa Rosalia. In the following century, the fiefdom was sold to the Marziani family, who owned it until the beginning of the twentieth century. Over the years, there has been a significant increase in the real estate assets dedicated to seasonal tourism.
Literary References
Campofelice di Roccella is mentioned in a composition by troubadour Rambaldo di Vaqueiras, dating back to the twelfth century, which mentions it along with other municipalities in Sicily. It has been an honor for the city to be mentioned in such an ancient work of great importance.
Roccella Music Festival
From 2008 to 2012, the city also hosted the "Roccella Music Festival," a music event organized and directed by Ignazio Dolce, judged by a jury that included the famous songwriter Mogol. The prize for the first-place winner was a scholarship for the CET. It was an important event for the city, which saw a significant influx of tourists.
Society
The demographic evolution of the city in recent decades has been quite constant, but in recent years, there has been an increase in population thanks to seasonal tourism.
Climate
The climate of Campofelice di Roccella is typically Mediterranean with hot and dry summers and mild but rainy winters.
Administration
In recent years, several administrations have succeeded each other, as indicated in the table below.
Infrastructure and Transport
Road connections are guaranteed by the presence of state road 113 Settentrionale Sicula and two highway junctions. The city is also served by the Campofelice station, which is located on the Palermo-Messina railway, 1.7 km from the historic center.
Conclusions
Campofelice di Roccella is a town of discreet charm but rich in history and culture, immersed in a suggestive landscape overlooking the sea. An ideal place to spend your holidays or discover the hidden beauties of Sicily. Come and visit us!
