Caltabellotta

Among Sicily’s towns, Caltabellotta stands out for its lofty setting in the Sicani Mountains. Perched nearly 950 metres above sea level, it spreads across steep slopes in a dense pattern of stone houses, lanes and small squares. The site is associated with Triocala, an ancient Sicanian settlement, while the ruins of its castle recall the town’s strategic role through successive periods of rule. In 1302, the Peace of Caltabellotta was concluded here, ending the War of the Sicilian Vespers between the Angevins and Aragonese. Its churches and elevated streets give the town a distinctly inland Sicilian character. Discover other points of interest through webcams located across Sicily.

Sicily stretches from the Strait of Messina to Capo Passero, encompassing volcanic highlands, fertile plains and long Mediterranean coasts. Mount Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano, dominates the east, while the island’s interior is marked by cultivated land and hill towns. Off the northern coast lie the volcanic Aeolian Islands. Palermo’s Arab-Norman monuments reflect centuries of Mediterranean exchange, and Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples preserves major remains of the Greek world. Browse additional webcams from the surrounding area to extend your view of Sicily.

Among the countries of southern Europe, Italy stands out for its Mediterranean coastline and cities marked by the legacy of ancient Rome. The Alps form its northern frontier, while the Apennines run down the peninsula and the Po crosses the broad plain of the north. Rome’s Colosseum and Roman Forum recall the ancient empire; Florence is closely associated with the Renaissance, and Venice is built across a lagoon on the Adriatic. Food changes markedly between regions, from olive-oil cooking in the south to rice dishes in the Po Valley. Sicily and Sardinia add distinct island identities to a country whose regions retain strong local character. Explore nearby webcam locations that provide complementary perspectives on Italy’s coasts, cities and mountains.