Discover Carlentini
Discover all there is to see and do in Carlentini. Don't miss the best events, interesting places and curiosities related to the area.
Explore Carlentini
Ready to immerse yourself in the wonders and beauties of this city? Here's what you can explore.
Not to be missed in Carlentini
Choose what to do among the events scheduled in Carlentini. Don't miss the main social activities, the most important patronal festivals and all the festivals in the province of Syracuse.
Useful tips for your holidays in Carlentini
Follow our advice to better enjoy your holiday in Carlentini. Discover new places, experience the Sicilian typicality that tells the culture of a people rich in traditions.
Discovering Carlentini, from its ancient origins to today's town
At 190 meters above sea level along the eastern coast of Sicily, between Catania and Syracuse, stands a town populated by almost 17.000 inhabitants, where nature and history have been generous: it is Carlentini, a town to be discovered.
Why visit Carlentini
At 190 meters above sea level along the east coast of Sicily, between Catania and Syracuse, rises the town of Carlentini, populated by almost 17.000 inhabitants, where nature and history have been generous.
Its origins date back to the time of the ancient Greeks. It is thought that right here, in the eighth century BC, Theocles founded the colony of Leontinoi.
A territory rich in history, therefore, which can be tasted and perceived during a visit to the town.
Things to do in Carlentini
To begin the exploration of the center you have to start from the religious buildings. We list among these, the Mother Church of the Immaculate Conception, Church of San Sebastiano , Church of Santa Maria degli Angeli.
Another of the attractions not to be missed is the Rupestrian Church of the Crucifix, dating back to the seventh century AD, considered one of the most beautiful rock churches of Sicily. While for those who love to discover the history and origins linked to the territory we find the Museum of Ancient Crafts, which tells the story of the peasant life of the past with a collection of original period tools and the representation of various ancient shops.
In the months of August and September, the streets of the town are filled with people and are colored with celebrations. It starts with the patronal feast of Saint Lucia where for two days the simulacrum of the Saint is carried around the streets of the town.
In September, usually around the middle of the month, it's the turn of the Festival of Ancient Carlentine Flavors. A gastronomic appointment that offers the most typical dishes of the area.
How to get around in Carlentini
Our advice is to visit the historic center on foot, to discover the streets of the village, but also the squares and churches. By doing so, you also have the opportunity to taste and savor all the typical dishes of the town directly from the producers of the area and in the inns that are found in the streets of the centre.
If you want to move, in complete autonomy, towards the outer areas, we advise you to move with your own means of transport (car, motorbike, bicycle, etc.).
How to get to Carlentini
Carlentini, in the Libero Consortium of Syracuse, is located near Lake Lentini and reaching the town is simple.
By car:, you can take the Catania-Siracusa motorway and take the Lentini-Carlentini exit directly, which is located about 6,9 km from the centre, or alternatively take the A18 Messina-Catania motorway to the Sortino exit ( 13 km from the village). By train, you can get off at Catania Central Station, about 27 km from Carlentini, then continuing by bus or shuttle.
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Useful numbers
Common
095 7858111
Tourist Info
095 7858228
Municipal police
095 7846064
Emergency medical Service
095 909985
Quick Links
Municipality site
www.comune.carlentini.sr.it
