Aci Castello

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According to Greek mythology, the little fishing village of Acitrezza was once home to the cyclops, which hurled giant boulders at Odysseus as he sailed past, forming the Cyclopean Isles. Today, theses 8 basalt islands are a landmark of Aci Trezza’s coast. After enjoying a walk along the seaside promenade, visitors can enjoy some of the town’s other landmarks, such as the Casa del Nespolo. This 19th century structure was described in “I Malavoglia” by G. Verga and now houses the town museum in two rooms. One is dedicated to the movie ‘The Earth Shakes’, which was filmed in town, and the other exhibits the tools and everyday objects of a 19th century fishing village. In the nearby Aci Castello, visitors will find an 11th century Norman castle that now houses a museum dedicated to the town’s history.