Due to its location in the heart of Sicily, Enna is often called "the navel of the island". Built on a rock, the city has nice old buildings and boasts one of the largest castles in Sicily.
The city was founded as a Greek colony, and later came under Roman rule. It shared the fate of all Sicily, being successively in the hands of the Arabs, Byzantium, Germany, and finally being part of the Kingdom of Sicily. It flourished most in the Middle Ages, being an important strategic point and a stop on the trade route. Currently, the area is famous for the cultivation of citrus and the solemn celebrations of Holy Week, which have an exceptionally grand and colorful setting here.
Situated on a hill over 1000 m above sea level, Enna is visible from a distance and is itself a great vantage point. This strategic location resulted in the construction of the Lombardy Castle, which is the greatest attraction of Enna. In addition to him, in the city you can also see the 15th century church of St. Francis with a bell tower, the baroque church of St. Benedict and the Cathedral of Our Lady.
The Alessi Museum has a valuable collection of religious art and liturgical objects, and an exhibition of antique books is on display in the town's library.
