Situated at 625 meters above sea level, San Cataldo is an agricultural town with a rich mining history, founded in 1607. It hosts numerous cultural events, including the Discesa della Croce del Venerdì Santo (Descent of the Cross on Good Friday) and the Sfilata dell’Alloro (Laurel Parade), where riders process through town carrying laurel branches in honor of San Cataldo.
San Cataldo: The Town of Laurel
Located in central Sicily, near the city of Caltanissetta, this charming town offers visitors a taste of authentic Sicilian life amidst rolling hills.