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"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."

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Not far from the castle of Sclafani, the church of Santa Maria Assunta was probably founded as a palatine church at the service of the lords of Sclafani. It underwent important changes in the fourteenth and seventeenth centuries. Of particular beauty, among the things found inside, is a Roman sarcophagus embellished with Dionysian scenes, reused for the burial of the counts of Sclafani and coming from the castle.

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Near Sclafani Bagni, once famous for its spa facilities, this pool of hot water in the open countryside is easily accessible and not delimited by any fence. The pool has a very pleasant temperature (just under 40°) and a pungent sulphurous smell. According to those who live here, its water is miraculous for treating skin diseases and pain resulting from arthrosis.

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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.

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Church with beautiful furnishings, in particular an old Greek sarcophagus

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about 35 degrees, great views

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

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Obligatory point where you can have a beer or have breakfast

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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

The Caves of the Gurfa are hypogea dug in very ancient times and used by Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, and by all the peoples who inhabited Sicily in the ages. It is said that it was the ancient tomb of Minos.

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