Valle dei Templi (Valley of Temples)

  • Valley of Temples

    The Valley of Temples is one of the most outstanding examples of Greater Greece art and architecture, and is one of the main attractions of Sicily as well as a national monument of Italy. The area was included in the UNESCO Heritage Site list in 1997.

    Much of the excavation and restoration of the temples was due to the efforts of archaeologist Domenico Antonio Lo Faso Pietrasanta (1783-1863), who was the Duke of Serradifalco from 1809 through 1812. The amazing site is only 25 minutes drive from us and really is a must see. For more information please click here

Castello di Mussomeli

The Chiaramonte Castle, built in 1370 in Norman-Gothic style stands on a high crag at 778 meters, 2 km outside of Mussomeli.Retaining many of its original features including the chapel with a precious alabaster depicting the Madonna dell Catena. Read more...

Valley of the Temples

Sicily boasts some of the best preseved temples outside of Greece. One tourist attraction not to be missed is the archaeological site in Agrigento. The famous Valle dei Templi is located just 30 minutes south of Viola Bed & Breakfast on the south coast of the Sicily. Read more...

Madonna dei Miracoli

Every year the towns people of Mussomeli celebrate the festa of the Madonna the patron saint of the town. The day starts with 20 cannon shots and mass, announcing the beginning of the famous festivals of Our Lady of Miracles in Mussomeli. Read more.