Scicli

Located in southeastern Sicily, Scicli extends from its hilltop position at 108 meters elevation to the Mediterranean coastline, covering a territory of greenhouses and beaches.

The settlement originated in the third millennium BC, later flourished under Arab control in 864 AD, and underwent reconstruction after the 1693 earthquake in Baroque style.

The Madonna delle Milizie celebration takes place annually in May, featuring a theatrical recreation of battles between Norman and Arab forces through street performances.

The railway station connects Scicli to major Sicilian cities through the Canicattì-Gela-Ragusa-Syracuse line, while agricultural production focuses on early fruit cultivation.

The Church of Carmine houses a rare artistic representation of Jesus wearing a white garment during crucifixion, with only one other similar painting existing in Burgos.

Location: Free Municipal Consortium of Ragusa

Location: Province of Ragusa

Capital city: Scicli

Elevation above the sea: 108 m

Part of: Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto

Shares border with: Modica, Ragusa

Website: http://comune.scicli.rg.it

GPS coordinates: 36.79138,14.70249

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:14