Castellana Sicula
Castellana Sicula: a small town in Sicily
Hi everyone! Today I will talk about Castellana Sicula, a small municipality in the metropolitan city of Palermo in Sicily. With its 3115 inhabitants, Castellana Sicula is a peaceful town and ideal for those looking for some relaxation. I will tell you a bit about its history, culture and natural beauty.
Physical geography
Castellana Sicula is located inside the Madonie Park, a mountain range that covers much of central Sicily. Thanks to its location, the town boasts a temperate and pleasant climate: summers are not too hot and winters are not too harsh. If you love nature, you can go hiking or mountain biking in the beautiful surrounding woods.
History
Castellana Sicula is a town of ancient origin: the first urban settlements date back to the first half of the 17th century. The Duke of Ferrandina, feudal lord of the area, obtained the right to settle new villages thanks to his marriage to a noblewoman from the Castellana family, originally from Catalonia. The town then took the name of the consort, in tribute to her family.
Monuments and places of interest
Despite its small size, Castellana Sicula offers several monuments and places of interest. Among the most important are the Church of San Francesco di Paola, the Church of San Giuseppe in Calcarelli and the Church of the Madonna della Catena in Frazzucchi. For those interested in local history, the Museum of peasant civilization and the Muratore Archaeological Area worth a visit. In this area, a prehistoric settlement dating back to the Neolithic period was discovered.
Society
Castellana Sicula is a welcoming and lively community. Every year, in August, the Dance of the Cordella is celebrated, an ancient fertility dance performed by 24 dancers, each holding the head of a ribbon tied to a three-meter-high pole. On the occasion of the Carnival of the Madonie, the Sunday before Fat Tuesday, you can witness a cheerful procession of decorated floats and masks of all kinds.
Infrastructures and transport
Castellana Sicula is crossed by the state road 120 of Etna and Madonie, which connects it to Petralia Sottana and other nearby towns. There are also some bus services that allow you to reach surrounding areas.
Administration
Below you will find a table with the administrations that have succeeded in Castellana Sicula. As you can see, the municipality is administered by a mayor and a municipal council.
Notes
I hope you enjoyed this brief overview of Castellana Sicula. If you feel like discovering an authentic Sicily beyond the most popular tourist circuits, I recommend visiting this small town in the province of Palermo. You won't regret it!
Related voices
For food lovers, don't miss the Madonie Provola, a cheese with a unique flavor that is part of the Sicilian culinary tradition.
External links
For more information on the municipality of Castellana Sicula and the activities that can be done in the area, I recommend visiting the official website of the municipality. Thanks for reading until the end and I hope to have intrigued you enough to encourage you to visit this beautiful town!
