Palazzolo Acreide

Located in the Hyblean Mountains at 670 meters above sea level, Palazzolo Acreide presents a collection of baroque buildings and churches across its elevated streets.

Founded in 664 BC as the ancient city of Akrai by Syracuse, the settlement controlled communication paths between southern coastal towns until its destruction in the 9th century.

The town celebrates multiple festivals throughout the year, including the San Sebastiano celebration in August and the Agrimontana food festival in October.

Travelers can reach Palazzolo Acreide through regular bus services from Syracuse, with the journey taking approximately one hour through the Sicilian countryside.

The archaeological site features the Santoni, a series of rock-carved reliefs depicting ancient funeral rites, alongside a preserved Greek theater from classical times.

Location: Free Municipal Consortium of Syracuse

Capital city: Palazzolo Acreide

Elevation above the sea: 670 m

Part of: Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto

Shares border with: Cassaro, Giarratana, Noto, Syracuse, Sortino, Buscemi, Solarino, Floridia, Canicattini Bagni, Modica

Address: 96010 Palazzolo Acreide, Free municipal consortium of Syracuse, Italy 96010 Palazzolo Acreide

Website: https://comune.palazzoloacreide.sr.it

GPS coordinates: 37.06167,14.90278

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:32