Monte Bubbonia

Monte Bubbonia is an archaeological site with three distinct platforms descending from west to east across a limestone hill, each representing different settlement levels. Throughout the area are cave tombs, dwelling structures, and ancient water systems that document the prolonged use of this location.

Settlement began here around the 7th century BCE and developed into a fortified community over centuries. Occupation continued until the 12th century CE, making this a place where multiple historical periods left their mark.

The site displays remains of different settlement phases with cave tombs and dwellings that show how communities organized their daily lives. These structures reveal the ways people adapted to living on this hilltop across many centuries.

The site lies near the SS 117 road between Gela and Catania and is easily reached from Piazza Armerina. Preparation is useful since paths up the hill can vary in accessibility depending on the season and ground conditions.

Beneath a dirt road lies a 2.2-meter chamber dolmen showing unexpected similarities to structures in Sardinia and Apulia. This connection suggests far-reaching contacts between distant Mediterranean regions through trade or cultural relationships.