WHAT TO SEE IN DONNALUCATA

In Donnalucata there is not only the sea, but there are also many interesting things to see.

What to see in Donnalucata? The historic heart of the village is via Pirandello, along which there are a large number of bars where you can enjoy expertly made granitas and restaurants with fish specialties. The symbolic monument of Donnalucata is the Santuario Madonna delle Milizie, located on the top of the hill in the Milici area. Dedicated to the Warrior Virgin, the sanctuary was built around 1091 on the site where, according to tradition, an epic battle was fought between the Normans led by Ruggero d'Altavilla (Christians) and the Arab legions of the Emir Belcàne, miraculously resolved in favor of the Christians thanks to the intervention of the Virgin. The sanctuary, destroyed by an earthquake in 1693, was rebuilt in 1721. Of notable importance inside is the limestone statue of the Madonna with Child in her arms and a dove on the right. The bell tower, dating back to the year 800, is a rare example of Byzantine art.

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Another important monument of Donnalucata is the Church of Santa Caterina da Siena, located in the historic center of the village. The religious building was built between 1878 and 1883 with blocks of light calcarenite. Also of notable interest is Palazzo Mormino Penna along via Regina Margherita, built in the nineteenth century in limestone typical of Ragusa and in neo-Gothic style. If you are a fan of Inspector Montalbano you should know that many scenes of the successful fiction were filmed in Donnalucata. In the TV series it is referred to as Marinella and its seafront is where Montalbano meets beautiful women and conducts his investigations. The splendid Palazzo Mormino Penna instead lent its interiors to the Vigata Police Station.

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    What to see near Donnalucata? The village is also an excellent starting point for discovering the beauties of south-eastern Sicily. Absolutely not to be missed is Scicli, a splendid baroque city immersed in the magnificent enchantment of the Iblei mountains. A tangle of narrow streets hides buildings of inestimable beauty among which Palazzo Beneventano stands out, defined by many as the most beautiful baroque palace in the entire region. Also of notable beauty is the city of Modica, another of the baroque pearls of the Val di Noto. The city, famous throughout the world for its chocolate production, is also known as "the city of a hundred churches" for the large number of religious buildings present in its territory, among which the Duomo di San Giorgio stands out, one of the best examples of Sicilian baroque.

  • What to see near Donnalucata?

    The village is also an excellent starting point for discovering the beauties of south-eastern Sicily. Absolutely not to be missed is Scicli, a splendid baroque city immersed in the magnificent enchantment of the Iblei mountains. A tangle of narrow streets hides buildings of inestimable beauty among which Palazzo Beneventano stands out, defined by many as the most beautiful baroque palace in the entire region. Also of notable beauty is the city of Modica, another of the baroque pearls of the Val di Noto. The city, famous throughout the world for its chocolate production, is also known as "the city of a hundred churches" for the large number of religious buildings present in its territory, among which the Duomo di San Giorgio stands out, one of the best examples of Sicilian baroque.

  • How to get to Donnalucata?

    You are spoiled for choice, in fact, there are several options for reaching Donnalucata. The closest airport to the village is Comiso “Pio La Torre”, about 40 km away, but the most important is Catania Fontanarossa, about 130 km away. Flights to and from Catania are frequent both from Italy and abroad. It is also possible to reach Donnalucata, in addition to by car, also by train to the Scicli station or by bus thanks to the Linea Extraurbana of the Azienda Siciliana Trasporti that connects the village to various cities in Sicily, including the airport of Catania and Palermo.

  • Where to sleep in Donnalucata?

    The right solution for those who want to enjoy their vacation with all the comforts of home is to book one of our vacation homes in Donnalucata near the sea or the rental of summer apartments in Donnalucata. In addition to being very convenient and cared for in the smallest details, our apartments and our vacation homes are located a few meters from the sea and within the village of Donnalucata, in a strategic area that will allow you to live your vacation in relaxation and at the same time enjoy all the comforts that the village has to offer you. Ideal for those traveling alone and for families, they can accommodate from 2 to 8 people.