Niscemi, Administrative commune in Caltanissetta province, Sicily, Italy
Description
Niscemi is a commune in Caltanissetta province, Sicily, covering approximately 96 square kilometers of varied terrain. The settlement sits at about 332 meters in elevation, nestled within a landscape that ranges from lower coastal plains to higher inland areas.
History
The name originates from the Arabic word 'neshem,' referring to a tree species that once thrived abundantly throughout this Mediterranean region. This linguistic heritage reflects the lasting Arab presence in Sicily and its influence on the island's settlement patterns.
Culture
The town honors its patron saint, Madonna Santissima del Bosco, with traditional celebrations held each year on May 21st. These festivities reflect the deep religious roots of the community and draw people together in shared observance.
Practical
The town maintains multiple municipal offices where residents can access administrative services and receive assistance with official matters. These facilities are centrally located and open to the public for inquiries and document processing.
Did you know?
A naval radio transmission facility with a distinctive 252-meter guyed mast operates in the area as part of military communications infrastructure. This installation is a notable landmark visible from considerable distances across the surrounding countryside.
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Sughereta di Niscemi
5.7 km
Geloi Wetland
6.5 km
Santa Maria d'Itria, Niscemi
508 m
Chiesa dell'Addolorata, Niscemi
554 m
Museo Civico di Niscemi
250 m
Chiesa di San Giuseppe d'Atanasio
2.9 km
Sant'Antonio da Padova
645 m
Chiesa delle Anime del Purgatorio
293 m
Cimitero
595 m
Chiesa di San Giuseppe
740 m
Maria Santissima del Bosco
301 m
Maria Santissima della Grazia
516 mChiesetta della Madonna dello Spasimo
1.2 km
Palazzo di città
554 mMuseo naturalistico del comprensorio calatino e della riserva naturale orientata Bosco di Santo Pietro
11.7 km
Convento San Francesco
232 mCostafredda drinking trough
1.3 km
Canale drinking trough
235 mSughera
9.5 kmMuseo della Civiltà Contadina
662 m
Terrazzo del Belvedere
514 mSante Croci drinking trough
997 mBosco di Santo Pietro
11.8 kmTorre Manfria, Biviere e Piana di Gela
7.1 kmSughereta di Niscemi
5.7 kmApa drinking trough
3.9 kmSughera mosaica
6.2 kmScenic viewpoint
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