Novara di Sicilia belongs to the “I Borghi più belli d’Italia”, an association of small Italian towns of historical interest with the aim of preserving and maintaining villages of quality heritage.
This town rises up on the hill in which glimpses the ancient Tyndaris, in a charming and natural landscape. The small-group houses, the little alleys, the facades decorations, the elegance of the palaces and the sumptuousness of the churches, give charm to its typically medieval urban structure.
The tour starts with the visit of the Communal Theatre “Riccardo Casalaina”, an 18th century building.

 You will continue your walk with the visit to the church of St. Anthony Abbot of 17th cent., the Church of St. George the Marty and the 16th. cent. Cathedral and its crypt., which is located in the underlying apse and hosts the mummies of some archpriests and canons. You will also enjoy the museum located in the complex of the Cathedral, which preserves a section of the abundance of silver, gold and sacred vestments, important for their historical and artistic value. 

The trail leads with the visit to the Territorial Museum and the Etno-antropological Museum, that show the territorial evolution of this area, starting with the most ancient geological elements and including those historians, emphasizing the peculiarity and the uniqueness of this area.

A the end of this excursion, you can optionally enjoy some traditions and typical games of Novara di Sicilia, in particular the “Maiorchino game”, that consists in throwing this typical Sicilian aged cheese through the old-center streets.

A guided visit to an ancient water mill still working , the “Mulino Giorginaro”, is possible on request.

Journey time: about 4h
Day and time of departure: to be agreed.
Meeting Place: Largo M. Bertolami (see the map)

Booking takes place no later than 48 hours prior departure.

For any further questions please don't hesitate to contact us either by email escursioni@associazionepfm.it or phone: +39 3313457538.