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Patron saint of Militello is the SS. Savior. The celebration with the procession of the simulacrum through the streets of the town is on August 18th. For the octave a shorter procession is planned in front of the Mother Church

Every year in April, do not miss the Artichoke Festival, now in its 32nd edition in 2024.

May 8th is the feast of the two patron saints of Grammichele: St. Michael the Archangel and St. Catherine of Alexandria. During the festival, the simulacra are carried in procession through the streets of the town together with the statue of the Madonna that precedes them.

If you happen to pass through Patagonia on June 24th and 25th, don't miss the feast of the patron saint Santa Febronia https://www.siciliainfesta.com/feste/festa_di_santa_febronia_palagonia.htm https://youtu.be/LEh8vajUywY?si=0LS6ujt7pTIftmAu

Carlo Maria Carafa was the prince who founded Grammichele in April 1693, 2km south of Occhiolà, the old settlement destroyed by the earthquake

Castel di Judica (Jardineḍḍi, in dialect), is a municipality in the metropolitan city of Catania, in Sicily. Located on the slopes of Mount Iudica. Its origins date back to the archaic era and, during Arab rule, it was known as "Zotica". The mountain once housed a 17th century church dedicated to San Michele Arcangelo, of which today only the bell tower remains. Since 2022, it is part of the project of the First World Park of the Mediterranean Lifestyle.

Mineo (Minìu or Minèu in dialect), is a municipality located on the north-western slopes of the Iblei mountains. The city preserves historic buildings, many of which date back to the post-earthquake period in the Val di Noto of 1693, such as noble and bourgeois palaces. Among the sites of interest stand out the Serravalle Castle, the rock castle of the Sant'Agrippina Cave and the ancient Porta Adinolfo. Furthermore, the surrounding area offers natural beauty such as the Lamia stream and the archaeological site of Poggio Rocchicella.

Militello in Val di Catania ('Militeḍḍu' in dialect) is a Sicilian treasure known for its priceless monumental heritage. In 2002, Militello was recognized as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site together with seven other late Baroque cities of the Val di Noto. Its history has its roots in antiquity, with archaeological evidence ranging from the Copper and Hellenistic Ages to the Byzantine and Arab ones. Legends tell of its foundation during the Second Punic War, while historical evidence links it to the Norman era. The Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Stella is an example of its artistic and cultural richness. Not far away, the Ossena Waterfalls offer a fascinating natural oasis.