ロッカパルンバ周辺のアトラクション＆必見スポット - トップ8

"Mary is truly our sister, as Saint Ambrose says. She lived a life very similar to ours. It is, of course, beautiful to venerate Mary as the Virgin and Mother of God, as the one conceived immaculately of original sin and assumed into heaven; but she is also the Madonna of plates, brooms, and cooking pots..." With the motif of the broom, Albino Luciani (Pope John Paul I) may be echoing a sentiment of his predecessor in the office of Bishop of Rome, Giuseppe Roncalli (Pope John XXIII), who is said to have said: "One can become holy with a pastoral crook in one's hand, but just as one can become holy with a broom."

The Alia belvedere is a terrace that overlooks the valley and offers a breathtaking view of the agricultural landscape and the surrounding hills. It is an ideal place to enjoy the sunset and there is also a bar to have a coffee or refresh yourself on hot summer days.

Nice route around Lake Rosamarina, to be done by MTB, Gravel or even on foot

This is the off-road route to / from the Lago Rosamarina dam. A wide easy gravel road, with some larger stones here and there. As soon as the lake appears behind the trees, there is a beautiful view.

Because next to the sanctuary there is a well-kept garden that frames the sanctuary itself

Obligatory point where you can have a beer or have breakfast

After the short detour to the ghost town you ride back past the railway station and continue towards the small village of Alia where you’ll find indications for the Gurfa caves, but in case you don’t see any, just ask for “Gurfa” and the locals will show you where to go. It is necessary to book a visit to the Gurfa caves at the tourist office, please refer to the information below. Gioacchino is one of the knowledgeable volunteers at the tourist office, make sure you call in advance. More details on www.sicilycycling.com/bike-tour-gurfa-caves

Here is an idea for a nice day trip if you are staying in the Palermo area. Rosamarina is a barrier lake set between Termini Imerese and Caccamo. It attracts mainly locals who practice water sports and easy mountain biking. Terrain: On and off-road cycling. First section on urban roads, then climb on a secondary road. The area around the lake is mostly flat and almost car free. The lakeside trail is wide, but uneven and potholed in places. Expect some mud during the winter months. Difficulty level: medium (climbs on tarmac roads, bumpy gravel/dirt road around the lake) Bike required: mountain bikes and mountain bike hybrids or gravel bikes are suitable Description: The lake is set in a scenic valley and the views from the dam towards the Tyrrhenian sea are amazing, especially during the winter or spring. That is when the watergates are open and you can watch the huge waterfalls go down to the San Leonardo Rive more info on www.sicilycycling.com