Montallegro
Welcome to Montallegro, a small town in Sicily
Hello everyone, I introduce you to Montallegro, a beautiful town located in Sicily. With a population of 2365 inhabitants, Montallegro is part of the free municipal consortium of Agrigento.
Discover the climate of Montallegro
Montallegro has a meteorological station, located near Lake Gorgo. The climate of the town is pleasant, with hot summers and mild winters.
The history of Montallegro
Once upon a time, Montallegro was located on a mountain called Monte Suso, where the remains of the village can still be seen today. In the past, the village was strategically located, as it was far from raiding parties coming from the sea. Towers were built to signal with fires to warn the population in case of danger. In the seventeenth century, the old site was abandoned, but the ruins can still be seen today. In 1610 Montallegro was a fiefdom of Nicolò Montaperto, who had to sell it due to debts contracted in 1619 to the Prince of Castiglione. Later, the fiefdom was acquired by the Gioeni family of the princes of Petrulla, and the village was founded before 1630 by one of their descendants, who obtained the privilege of claiming the title of Duke of Angiò.
Discover the coat of arms of the municipality of Montallegro
The coat of arms of the municipality of Montallegro was granted by royal decree on July 19, 1929. The banner is a cloth parted in red and white.
Places to visit in Montallegro
Montallegro is rich in religious buildings, such as the Mother Church of San Leonardo, the Church of Santa Maria dell'Immacolata, the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, and the Christian Evangelical Pentecostal Church (Assemblies of God in Italy), located in Via Gramsci.
Traditions and festivals in Montallegro
The patron saint of Montallegro is San Leonardo, who is celebrated on November 6th.
Economy in Montallegro
Agriculture is the main economic activity in Montallegro, with the production of olive oil, citrus fruits, and almonds. Montallegro is part of the production area of Ribera oranges and Raffadali pistachios, both protected designation of origin. In addition, there are also artisan shops, specializing in the production of fixtures and furnishings.
Transport and infrastructure in Montallegro
Montallegro is well connected to neighboring towns by bus service. In the past, there was also a railway station, but it is now closed.
Administration of the municipality of Montallegro
Below is a table of the different administrations that have succeeded in the municipality of Montallegro.
Additional information on Montallegro
Montallegro is part of the agricultural region n.5, or the coastal hills of Agrigento.
Conclusion
Montallegro is a town with an interesting history and rich in traditions. Its economy is mainly based on agriculture and the area is famous for the production of oranges and pistachios. Come to visit Montallegro to discover all its secrets!
