Belonging to the "Late Baroque Cities of the Val di Noto", a World Heritage Site, gives Caltagirone special value for tourists. In 1693, an earthquake led to the whole city being rebuilt with Baroque-style buildings which, together with the fact that for a long time it was under Arab rule, results in the unique mix of styles found in Caltagirone.
If you want to enjoy this valuable area of Italy, one of the best hotels is the NH Caltagirone Villa San Mauro hotel, from which you can enjoy wonderful panoramic views of the Sicilian countryside. All the rooms at this hotel have a traditional style but offer all the comforts you would expect from an NH Hotel, while in the hotel’s restaurant and bar, you’ll be able to sample the best of Italian cuisine as well as a selection of the best Sicilian wines.
A few minutes from the hotel, you’ll find Caltagirone’s historical center where you can see monuments such as the Church of Santa Maria del Monte, rebuilt at the end of the Middle Ages with what appear to be the stones of the old Castle of Caltagirone. Near here is the Staircase of Santa Maria del Monte, of particular value for the city because it was built by local ceramists, who are famous throughout Italy.
For all these reasons, the NH Caltagirone Villa San Mauro hotel is one of the best places to enjoy the beauty and history of Caltagirone. Enjoy all the amenities offered by NH Hotels in Caltagirone, and enjoy your visit to this area of Sicily.