Misilmeri

Misilmeri is a municipality in the Metropolitan City of Palermo in northern Sicily, located about 15 kilometers from the capital. The town spreads across rolling terrain with typical Mediterranean features and offers views of the surrounding Sicilian landscape.

The town grew from an Arab settlement around a castle built during the 10th and 11th centuries that gave the region its name. The arrival of Normans in the 11th century marked a turning point and brought new forms of rule.

The town honors its patron saint San Giusto during celebrations in late August with traditional Sicilian festivities that involve the whole community. These observances are woven into local life and show how residents maintain their religious customs.

The town is easy to reach by car with direct road connections to Palermo and other towns in the region. Comfortable walking shoes are helpful when exploring the area, as the hilly terrain is best discovered on foot.

The name comes from Arabic and means 'resting place of the Emir', reflecting the deep Islamic influence on the region. This designation keeps alive the memory of rulers who lived here over a thousand years ago.

Location: Metropolitan City of Palermo

Capital city: Misilmeri

Elevation above the sea: 129 m

Shares border with: Bolognetta, Ficarazzi, Marineo, Santa Flavia, Villabate, Belmonte Mezzagno, Casteldaccia, Palermo, Bagheria

Website: http://comune.misilmeri.pa.it

GPS coordinates: 38.03333,13.45000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 15:08