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entrance to Enna

The Bosco has the name Gabbara (with two b's), I suggested changing it.

The Monte Gabbara Mining Park has been a protected area since 1992, located near San Cataldo, in the heart of Sicily, approximately 3.5 km northwest of the town. The park stands out for its natural and historical value, offering a wooded environment rich in flora and fauna, with vast eucalyptus groves and visitor services such as marked trails, information panels, and rest areas. It is particularly well-known for its industrial archaeology trail linked to the area's mining history: more than 25 mining tunnels have been recorded in the area, two of which are now open to the public, allowing visitors to experience firsthand the remains of mining activities and the lives of the "carusi," the young workers of Sicilian mines.

Big Benches are large, colorful, oversized benches (approximately 2 meters high and 3 meters wide), positioned in scenic panoramic locations across Italy to offer those who sit there a special vantage point and a "childlike" feeling. These giant benches were created in 2010 in Piedmont by American designer Chris Bangle and have since spread to many Italian regions and even abroad, becoming a true tourist phenomenon and a factor in local development. Each Big Bench is part of the "Big Bench Community Project," a nonprofit initiative that supports local communities and artisans, encouraging slow, quality tourism. Visitors to these benches can also collect a "Big Bench passport" and request a stamp for each bench visited, making the experience even more engaging, like a treasure hunt through spectacular landscapes and nature.

Access gate to the forest

The Mother Church was opened for worship in 1620 by order of Nicolò Galletti, the town's founder. It is located near the castle, on a prehistoric necropolis.

the Calvary of San Cataldo

Next to the mines there are QR codes with further information.