Aidone Attractions
The little medieval town of Aidone, situated about 800m/2,625ft up in the Monti Erei, was originally founded by the Arabs. Among its churches mention should be made of Sant'Anna (a wooden crucifix of Fra Umile da Petralia) and Santa Maria La Cava (apse from the 14th century, Renaissance campanile). There is also a small museum here with finds from Morgantina.
Communications
Aidone is situated to the northwest of Piazza Armerina. From there, take the SS 117b northwards as far as the junction at Madonna della Noce (3.5km/2mi) and then turn right along the SS 288 for 6.5km/4mi to Aidone. Continuing on the SS 288 for another 5km/3mi, and then finally along a track, the excavations of Morgantina are reached.
Communications
Aidone is situated to the northwest of Piazza Armerina. From there, take the SS 117b northwards as far as the junction at Madonna della Noce (3.5km/2mi) and then turn right along the SS 288 for 6.5km/4mi to Aidone. Continuing on the SS 288 for another 5km/3mi, and then finally along a track, the excavations of Morgantina are reached.
Cresti
To the north of Aidone, on the other side of the Fiume Gornalunga, which flows into the Lago di Ogliastro, stands the Norman fortress of Cresti. The tower which contains the living quarters is well preserved.
