The Rock Fortress and the 1302 Peace Treaty
Identified with ancient Sicanian Triokala, Caltabellotta commands a breathtaking panorama spanning from Mount Etna to the Mediterranean Sea. Here, on April 19, 1302, the historic Peace of Caltabellotta was signed, ending the War of the Sicilian Vespers between the Angevins and Aragonese.
Sacred Architecture and Rock Sanctuaries
Key historical landmarks include the Norman Cathedral (Annunziata Mother Church), the Hermitage of San Pellegrino carved into the living cliff, the ruins of Count Luna's Castle on Mount Gogò, and prehistoric rock-cut necropolises.
Biancolilla Monovarietal Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Centuries-old olive trees clinging to high rocky terraces yield the exceptional Biancolilla Extra Virgin Olive Oil of Caltabellotta, renowned for its delicate fruity notes, fresh herb nuances, and artichoke aromas, an essential cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet.
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