Ennese

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The Ennese is the territory of the Province of Enna, located in central Sicily. This area is mostly occupied by hills and mountains, dotted with small cities which feature various historic attractions.

Enna

Enna is a town in central Sicily, and the highest provincial capital in Italy, being located at an altitude of over 900 meters. Founded in prehistoric times, Enna became an important center under the Greeks and Romans, and remained a relevant town throughout its history. Known for centuries as Castrogiovanni, the city retook its ancient name of Enna in 1927. The city is now famous for its castle and a few other historic sites.

✪ Lombardy Castle

The Lombardy Castle (Castello di Lombardia) is an imposing fortress located at the highest point of Enna, and one of the largest medieval castles in Italy. This place was fortified in ancient times, while the current structure was erected by the Normans in the 12th century, and in the Late Middle Ages it was one of the most famous and important castles in Italy. After being used as a prison, it was turned into a tourist attraction in the 20th century, and it is now the main landmark of Enna. The castle features various well preserved fortifications. Next to the castle is the Rocca di Cerere, a rock formation that once hosted an ancient temple. A small museum of local history is located nearby.

Enna Cathedral

The Enna Cathedral (Duomo di Enna) is the main church of the city. It was erected on top of a previous structure during the 14th century, in Gothic style, and was later reworked with Renaissance and Baroque additions. The church features an imposing facade, and the interior is richly adorned with numerous elaborate artworks and decorations.

Regional Archaeological Museum of Enna

The Regional Archaeological Museum of Enna (Museo Archeologico Regionale di Enna) is an archaeological museum in the center of Enna. The museum is dedicated to the history of the city, and houses numerous archaeological findings unearthed here and in the surrounding territory.

Frederick II Tower

The Frederick II Tower (Torre di Federico II) is a large medieval tower in Enna. The tower was erected in the 14th century, and features an imposing octagonal structure. This tower was once part of the defensive system of the city, but now it stands more isolated.

Calascibetta

Calascibetta is a town located on top of a hill just north of Enna. The town was founded in the Middle Ages, and was an important fortified position. Now it is known for its medieval old town.

Church of San Pietro e Santa Maria Maggiore

The Church of San Pietro e Santa Maria Maggiore is the main church of Calascibetta, erected in the 14th century in Gothic style on the ruins of a previous castle. The facade was rebuilt in Baroque style in the 17th century, and inside it houses various artworks.

Piazza Armerina

Piazza Armerina is a town located among the mountains south of Enna. Inhabited since ancient times, the modern town developed in the Middle Ages and has since remained one of the main centers of the area. The town is now known for some historic sites, including a large Roman villa located nearby.

✪ Villa Romana del Casale

Villa Romana del Casale is a large Roman palace located in the countryside southwest of Piazza Armerina. The luxurious villa was built in the 4th century and was later fortified. Abandoned in the 12th century, it was rediscovered in the 20th century. The complex includes a monumental entrance, a large audience hall, and various other rooms. The villa is best known for its huge series of elaborate mosaics, which are among the best preserved of their kind. These are regarded as the largest, richest, and most varied collection of Roman mosaics ever found. The complex is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Piazza Armerina Cathedral

The Piazza Armerina Cathedral is a historic church built in Piazza Armerina between the 16th and 18th century. The cathedral is mostly in Baroque style and features a massive dome, while inside the church are various artworks.

Aidone

Aidone is a town located just east of Piazza Armerina in the Province of Enna. The town developed since the Late Middle Ages, and it houses various ancient sites in its territory.

Archaeological Area of Morgantina

The Archaeological Area of Morgantina is an archaeological site located east of Aidone. Founded in the Bronze Age, Morgantina was later inhabited by the Greeks before being taken by the Romans. The city remained an important center for a long time, but was abandoned around the 1st century BCE. The archaeological site includes various ruins of the ancient town, such as the agora, a sanctuary, a thermal complex, and numerous other buildings.

Archaeological Museum of Aidone

The Archaeological Museum of Aidone (Museo Archeologico di Aidone) is an archaeological museum in Aidone, dedicated to the history of the town. The museum houses numerous archaeological findings from the nearby site of Morgantina, including some Greek statues.

Sperlinga

Sperlinga is a small town in the Province of Enna. The village was founded in the Middle Ages and it is known for its medieval old town.

Sperlinga Castle

The Sperlinga Castle is a medieval fortress in Sperlinga, partly carved inside a mountain. The castle was built by the Normans in the 11th century, and was for centuries an important fortification. Now restored, the castle can be visited.

Nicosia

Nicosia is a town located among the mountains of the Province of Enna. Inhabited since ancient times, it was an important city during the Middle Ages, but over time its importance waned. Nicosia now houses some historic attractions.

Nicosia Cathedral

The Nicosia Cathedral is the main church of the town, erected in Norman style during the 14th century. The church also features Gothic and Romanesque elements, and has a monumental facade with a portico, while adjacent to the church is an imposing bell tower. Inside the church are various artworks.

Centuripe

Centuripe is a small town located on a mountain in the Province of Enna. The town was founded in ancient times and was an important center under the Romans. Destroyed in the 13th century and rebuilt in the 16th century, the town houses various historic sites.

Regional Archaeological Museum of Centuripe

The Regional Archaeological Museum of Centuripe (Museo Archeologico Regionale di Centuripe) is a museum in Centuripe which houses numerous archaeological findings from the area around the town. The museum houses several Roman artworks, including some examples of the typical painted vases which were once produced here.