Hidden in Italy is a stunning town that’s home to incredible views – and visitors can’t get enough. It’s not a place many holidaymakers might have heard of, being a little off the beaten path. Gangi, in Sicily is a medieval town that’s been frozen in time and dubbed one of Europe’s best places to visit.
Nestled in spectacular mountain terrain, you’ll hardly find any tourists while exploring its quaint streets. The town sits in the Madonie mountains and stays true to its roots compared to other tourist attractions in the region. It boasts plenty of original stone architecture, as well as lots of rich culture and a vibrant history.
Italy Go says the town is one of “Sicily’s most compelling destinations”. It adds that the town offers “an authentic Italian experience that combines history, culture and landscape”.
It says: “Whether you’re planning a day trip or a longer stay, Gangi rewards every kind of traveller.”
The town is well off the beaten path and owes its formation to Creton warriors back in 1200BC. Roman intervention followed, and by the 19th Century there was an array of mazy back streets and majestic grand palaces dotted about.
More recently, the government recently put on a €1 house scheme to entice people back to the beautiful town, while tourist numbers have steadily been increasing.
Gangi is home to a gorgeous hilltop castle, as well as medieval and baroque churches, while you can also go down the spectacular underground passages to see the tomb of Chiesa Madre Gangi, where mummified priests line the crypt walls.
It is located 1,000 metres above sea level, meaning tourists can regularly see incredible views of Mount Etna.
One place that must be visited in the area is Tenuta San Giaime which is a winery and one of the top spots to visit in the area.
On Tripadvisor, one person who visited said: “We had the most amazing and enjoyable afternoon with wine and food and the most hospitable hosts finishing with Sicilian biscuits made in heaven.”
Another must-see spot is Palazzo Bongiorno which is a stunning 18th century work of architecture.
A visitor on Tripadvisor said: “We enjoyed walking through this building. We had a guide so everything was beautifully explained. This is like visiting a totally different world.”
This story originally appeared on Express.co.uk
