Piana degli Albanesi is a unique village in the heart of western Sicily, famous for its Arbëresh culture and language, a legacy of the Albanians who settled here in the 15th century. Located on a plateau overlooking Lake Piana degli Albanesi, the village charms visitors with its picturesque historic center, Byzantine churches, and religious and culinary traditions that are still alive today. Piana degli Albanesi is an ideal destination for those who want to discover a different side of Sicily, where history, folklore, and nature come together in an authentic and evocative atmosphere.
2026 Carnival of Piana degli Albanesi
From January 16th to February 13th, 2026, the town of Piana degli Albanesi celebrates its distinctive Carnevale, an event that [...]
Journey into the hinterland of Sicily
The hinterland of Sicily holds the island's most authentic soul. Among green hills, natural parks, medieval villages and historic communities, [...]
Sentiero Italia
The Sentiero Italia is a "must" of Italian hiking. A route that crosses the entire Peninsula, from the Alps to [...]
