Castelluccio di Gela

The rectangular castle structure incorporates yellow calcarenite blocks and white limestone walls with two towers positioned on opposite sides of the building.

Count Simone di Butera transferred the ownership of Castelluccio to the Monastery of San Nicolo l'Arena in Catania during the year 1143.

The eastern tower contains a wall chapel, while the western section includes a water storage system and a partially preserved ceremonial hall.

The castle remains stand 10 kilometers from central Gela, accessible through the main road connecting the coastal city with Catania.

Multiple rows of windows on the exterior walls indicate the castle originally contained several floors for different military and residential functions.

Location: Gela

Inception: 1143

Address: Strada provinciale 83

GPS coordinates: 37.12360,14.28461

Latest update: March 20, 2025 07:49