Ferla (SR) - One of the most beautiful villages in Italy - Noto Valley - Sicily
- Tuttitaly
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A true "hidden" Baroque jewel considered the genuine pearl of the famous Val di Noto, which, along its "Via Sacra," jealously guards 5 "Basilicas"... one more beautiful than the other... #tuttitaly
Located in the beautiful Val di Noto in Sicily, Ferla is one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. It is an authentic Baroque gem hidden among its ancient alleys. Considered the pearl of the region, Ferla jealously guards five basilicas along its famous "Sacred Way."
The pulsating heart of history beats in this small town, masterfully reconstructed after the devastating earthquake of 1693 that struck much of eastern Sicily. Thanks to the Baroque reconstruction, this part of the island has become a true architectural treasure, earning the title of UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Beneath the surface of Ferla lie ancient caves and rock complexes that tell the story of the ancient civilizations that inhabited these lands, from the Greeks to the Byzantines, from the Normans to the Arabs.
Today, in the evocative urban layout in the shape of a cross from the 18th-century reconstruction, the churches shine brightly, and all of the breathtaking beauty along the "Sacred Way" is an uninterrupted Baroque scenography. The Iblean countryside is surrounded by olive trees, carob trees, almond trees, and vineyards, and characteristic dry stone walls frame the landscape.
The pleasure of the senses in Ferla is also expressed through the authentic flavors of Sicilian tradition. From homemade focaccia filled with wild chard to local sausage, which is appreciated throughout the region, not to be missed are the typical sweets, from Easter cassatine filled with sweet ricotta and cinnamon to fried zeppole dressed with honey or sugar, which delight the palate during the feast of San Martino in November.
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