Naso, which is situated 10 km inland, is an ancient medieval town. The town functioned as a summer residence for Palermo aristocratic families up until in end of the 19th century, when a landslide swept away more than 80 houses as it careered down the mountainside to the valley. Today there are about 1000 inhabitants, most of whom work in agriculture.
Here you can find the Roman amphitheatre, bathing facilities, various houses and most impressive of all a large basilica combining both Greek and Roman building styles. There is also a little archaeological museum connected to the excavations.
The Nebrodi Mountains are a part of the Sicilian Appennines, which cover approximately 70 km of the island’s north coast. The area is renowned for its diverse vegetation, waterways and lakes that all play their part in the complex ecological balance of the area.
