Fold and Fly Travel: Cefalù, Sicily

Cefalù, Sicily Italy

When it comes to taking in the sights in Cefalu, every corner is brimming with beauty and sheer elegance. The fishing port, which is actually quite ancient, is overshadowed by a magnificent Norman cathedral nestled right beneath the Rocca, a large limestone crag. Cefalu has something for everyone to enjoy, whether it's a day spent at the beach watching the water, or wandering around soaking up all the sights. One of the best things to see in Cefalu is the Festa di San Salvatore, which takes place during the first weekend of August, from the 4th to the 6th. Hundreds of men take part in the traditional barefoot dash, the Corsa degil Scalzi, between San Salvatore and Cabras. The run itself is spread over two days, and commemorates the event in 1506 when all the townsfolk rushed to save a statue in San Salvatore. This statue was from the Moorish sea raiders, and was the Holy Saviour. There are many traditions in Cefalu, Italy, but the most popular one is the Ntinna a Mari. This is one of the most thrilling things to see while in Cefalu, as all of the locals love to participate. Cefalu is renowned for their fishing ports, which are a sight to behold in themselves, but this tradition is something that should never be missed while visiting or living there. These events kick off on the Saturday, everyone taking part is dressed in white and barefoot, and accompany the statue along eight kilometres of paths leading to San Salvatore. However, this is only the halfway point. The following day, they reverse their route and take the statue all the way back to Cabras, so it can be kept safe in the Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta. This festival is of immense importance to the people of Cefalu, and is not one that should be missed.

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Cefalù, Sicily, Italy

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