Mongiuffi Melia
Mongiuffi Melia: a commune in the beautiful Peloritani Mountains in Sicily
Hello friends, today I will talk to you about Mongiuffi Melia, a commune located in the metropolitan city of Messina in Sicily. With a population of only 524 inhabitants, Mongiuffi Melia is a scattered commune whose headquarters are located in the town of Melia. Despite its small size, this commune can boast a wide variety of natural, historical, and cultural attractions.
Physical geography
Mongiuffi Melia is a beautiful center located on the southern slope of the Peloritani Mountains, 15 kilometers away from Messina South and 70 kilometers away from Catania North. Its geographical position allows it to offer breathtaking views of the Alcantara Valley and the Tyrrhenian Sea.
History
Already dependent on Taormina, Mongiuffi and Melia were sold to the Messinese Giuseppe Barile in 1643. They then belonged to Pancrazio Corvaja and the Rao family. During the fascist regime, in 1929, the municipality of Mongiuffi Melia was incorporated into Roccafiorita, and then re-established in 1947.
Monuments and places of interest
Despite its small size, Mongiuffi Melia is a commune rich in monuments and places of interest. One of the most important is the diocesan Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Catena, a church dating back to the 18th century which, according to legend, was built as a thanksgiving for the end of a cholera epidemic.
The Postoleone Gallery is another attraction not to be missed, dug into the rock by Austrian prisoners of war during World War I. The work extends for 20 km between the Peloritani Mountains and represents an important engineering work.
Finally, the commune also has the remains of two Roman aqueducts, which demonstrate the strategic importance of the area since ancient times.
Society
Demographic evolution
The population of Mongiuffi Melia has remained substantially stable in recent years, with a slight decrease compared to the 2011 census.
Religion
The predominant religion in Mongiuffi Melia is Catholicism, whose community is part of the archdiocese of Messina-Lipari-Santa Lucia del Mela and meets in the diocesan Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Catena.
Administration
The municipality of Mongiuffi Melia has been subject to various administrations over the years. Below is a table summarizing the main administrations that have succeeded over the years in the metropolitan city of Messina.
Other administrative information
Mongiuffi Melia is part of the agricultural region No. 3 (Alto Fantina and Alto Mela).
Sport
The Amateur Sports Association Mongiuffi Melia is one of the main sports teams in the commune. The five-a-side football team plays in the Serie D championship and represents an important entertainment opportunity for young people and sports enthusiasts in the area.
Notes
Mongiuffi Melia is a small commune but represents a true jewel of Sicily, thanks to its geographical position and its numerous natural and cultural attractions.
Other projects
For more information on Mongiuffi Melia and its history, we suggest consulting the official website of the commune, which is also a useful source of information for those planning to visit the city.
Thank you for your attention, friends. If you are on vacation in Sicily, do not miss the opportunity to visit Mongiuffi Melia.
