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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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Perhaps, in front of this small sacred monument, which the hiker encounters here in the form of a cross, a few short sentences from Pope Francis might be of interest (address of April 5, 2024): "Feel yourselves called (...) to bring to the Church and to the world a little of that immense love that impelled Jesus to die on the cross for us. May your intimate closeness to Him, as it was with Francis [of Assisi], make you ever more humble, united, joyful, and essential, in love of the cross and in attentiveness to the poor, witnesses of peace and prophets of hope in this time of ours, which struggles so hard to recognize the presence of the Lord." (Pope Francis)

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Castronovo di Sicilia, an inland town, is a treasure of history, culture and nature. Anyone who finds themselves here can admire the monuments and archaeological sites, taste the local cuisine, and immerse themselves in its paths. There is also an incredible cultural liveliness, with events such as Carnival and the Cheese Festival. Unmissable for those seeking authenticity and beauty.

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Borgo Riena, located in the municipality of Castronovo di Sicilia, is an abandoned fascist village, built between 1941 and 1943 to bring farmers closer to their work fields. Although it was equipped with essential services such as a school and church, it was abandoned in 1950. Legend has it that its only inhabitant was Totò Militello, a fugitive from life imprisonment.

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Lercara Friddi, a fascinating municipality, is located near the slopes of Colle Madore, famous for its Sicanian archaeological remains, nestled between the suggestive Landro valley and the river valley of Fiumetorto and Platani.

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Castronovo di Sicilia, located in the metropolitan city of Palermo, boasts ancient origins with troglodyte dwellings. Known for its historical heritage, including the Norman Castle and several churches.

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Castronovo di Sicilia, located in the metropolitan city of Palermo, boasts ancient origins with troglodyte dwellings. Known for its historical heritage, including the Norman Castle and several churches.

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Lercara Friddi, a fascinating municipality, is located near the slopes of Colle Madore, famous for its Sicanian archaeological remains, nestled between the suggestive Landro valley and the river valley of Fiumetorto and Platani.

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Prizzi is a municipality in the metropolitan city of Palermo, Sicily. It has ancient origins, linked to the Sican city of Hippana. It retains a medieval charm with traces of various dominations. Among its symbols, the coat of arms with three towers and a Saracen soldier stands out. The country boasts various monuments and places of interest, including historic churches and castles.

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Castronovo di Sicilia, located in the metropolitan city of Palermo, boasts ancient origins with troglodyte dwellings. Known for its historical heritage, including the Norman Castle and several churches.

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Lake Pian del Leone is a characteristic artificial lake in the Sicilian landscape, immersed in the Sicani Park. Its shore can be reached by bicycle, but the route around it is only suitable for MTB or gravel.

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Lercara Friddi, a fascinating municipality, is located near the slopes of Colle Madore, famous for its Sicanian archaeological remains, nestled between the suggestive Landro valley and the river valley of Fiumetorto and Platani.

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Castronovo di Sicilia, located in the metropolitan city of Palermo, boasts ancient origins with troglodyte dwellings. Known for its historical heritage, including the Norman Castle and numerous churches, it represents a Sicilian jewel.

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Prizzi is a municipality in the metropolitan city of Palermo, Sicily. It has ancient origins, linked to the Sican city of Hippana. It retains a medieval charm with traces of various dominations. Among its symbols, the coat of arms with three towers and a Saracen soldier stands out. The country boasts various monuments and places of interest, including historic churches and castles.

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Lake Pian del Leone is a characteristic artificial lake in the Sicilian landscape, immersed in the Sicani Park. Its shore can be reached by bicycle, but the route around it is only suitable for MTB or gravel.

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

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This stone cross is located near the sanctuary of the madonna delle grazie

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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