In the past in the town of Francavilla di Sicilia a castle was erected on the highest point.
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From here it was and it is possible to see the entire Alcantara valley including the gurne which are right under the mound.
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The castle was built in the Norman period to dominate the entire area. Today some ruins remain but the place is enchanting.
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From here you can see the Gurne dell’Alcantara, Castiglione di Sicilia, Motta Camastra and the valley up to the sea. The route is short about 1km and develops on a dirt track.
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