Founded in 1488 as Hora (the town) by Albanian refugees, Piana degli Albanesi is home to three beautiful churches (Santa Maria Odigitria, San Giorgio and San Demetrio) and a vibrant cultural heritage, including its own dialect and unique celebrations like the Byzantine Epiphany and Easter, featuring traditional costumes embroidered with gold and silver.
Piana degli Albanesi: Sicilian Village and Albanian Heritage
Nestled in the Sicilian hills near Palermo, Piana degli Albanesi is a vibrant village where Albanian traditions, language and Byzantine celebrations thrive.