Amongst the most beautiful villages in Italy
The Pearl of the Tyrrhenian Sea
A beautiful seaside resort (and World Heritage Site) located on the northern coast of Sicily and only 70 km from Palermo, Cefalu is known throughout the world as the 'Pearl of the Tyrrhenian sea'. The Norman town 'amongst the most beautiful villages in Italy', has been one of the most sought-after and popular tourist destinations on the island for decades. White beaches and crystal-clear sea, thousand year history and prestigious monuments, Mediterranean cuisine and a strong sense of tradition: Cefalu, the true paradise for your dream holiday!
The Story
CefalùA beautiful seaside resort (and World Heritage Site) located on the northern coast of Sicily and only 70 km from Palermo, Cefalu is known throughout the world as the 'Pearl of the Tyrrhenian sea'. The Norman town 'amongst the most beautiful villages in Italy', has been one of the most sought-after and popular tourist destinations on the island for decades. White beaches and crystal-clear sea, thousand years history and prestigious monuments, Mediterranean cuisine and a strong sense of tradition: Cefalu, the true paradise for your dream holiday!
Monuments
CefalùYour holiday pictures? What better background than the Cathedral in Piazza Duomo! The 12th century basilica is in the Arab-Norman style and, since 2015, a Unesco World Heritage Site, together with the Cathedrals of Palermo and Monreale. Medieval Lavatoio, the Osterio Magno, Porta Pescara, the temple of Diana (above the Rocca) and the characteristic old town are the other sights you cannot miss.
Monuments
Your holiday pictures? What better background than the Cathedral in Piazza Duomo! The 12th century basilica is in the Arab-Norman style and, since 2015, a Unesco World Heritage Site, together with the Cathedrals of Palermo and Monreale. Medieval Lavatoio, the Osterio Magno, Porta Pescara, the temple of Diana (above the Rocca) and the characteristic old town are the other sights you cannot miss.
Beaches and Landscape
CefalùA jewel set between the hills of the Madonie Mountains and the beautiful mirror of the Tyrrhenian Sea, Cefalù is a paradise to be admired at least once in a lifetime. The crystal-clear sea and white sand, together with the evocative backdrop of the Mediterranean maquis, offer a panorama so fascinating and evocative that it literally takes your breath away!
Traditions
CefalùThe best time to visit Cefalù is certainly during the feast days of the patron saint, the SS. Salvatore, celebrated every year on 6 August. There are two traditions to be observed on this precise day:
- watch the Ntinna a Mari, a game that, for 237 years, has seen participants determined to grab the flag of SS. Salvatore placed at the end of a soapy pole
- taste the 'Pasta a Taianu', a traditional Cephaludese dish made with minced meat and fried aubergines.
Traditions
CefalùThe best time to visit Cefalù is certainly during the feast days of the patron saint, the SS. Salvatore, celebrated every year on 6 August. There are two traditions to be observed on this precise day:
- watch the Ntinna a Mari, a game that, for 237 years, has seen participants determined to grab the flag of SS. Salvatore placed at the end of a soapy pole
- taste the 'Pasta a Taianu', a traditional Cephaludese dish made with minced meat and fried aubergines.
Movida
CefalùCefalù is not only the perfect destination for tranquillity and relaxation it is above all a popular destination for young people for its summer movida. Nightclubs, pubs and discos line the historic centre and the seafront, attracting many young tourists from all over Europe in search of fun and adventure!
