Main Sights
- Archaeological remains of the ancient Greek city, at Monte Sant'Angelo. Here is also a Spanish watch fort dating from the 16th century.
- The necropolis of Monte Petrulla
- The Grangela, and hydraulic work of Pre-Hellenistic times
- Frourion of Falaride, a Greek fortress
- The lighthouse, which is the third tallest in Italy
- Church of Santa Maria La Nova, built in the 15th century but largely renovated in following times. It houses the Black Christ's Chapel.
- the Carmine (13th century), including a church and a convent, rebuilt in the 18th century under design by Giovanni Biagio Amico.
- Palazzo di Città , a noteworthy example of Sicilian liberty style, designed by Ernesto Basile.
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