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This wonderful
place dates back to the XIVth century, when
it belonged to the property of Federico II of
Aragon. Then it slowly became a land devoted
to agriculture and fishing, with a large range
of wines and lemons. It is named after the latin
word "Trappetum Cannamelarum" because of the
"cannamela" sugar production. The ancient little
town, still existing, consisted of poor fishermen
houses built around the old "SS. Annunziata"
Church (1680).
Trappeto today counts about 3000 inhabitants
on a surface of 400 ha but it gained its independence
from the near town of Balestrate only in 1954.
Its population is proud of the old traditions
displayed in the religious ceremonies, in the
town celebrations and in the taste of the typical
products of this land, such as fish, cheese,
ice-cream, cakes, biscuits, olive-oil and so
on.
In springtime it is possible to enjoy different
particular religious events like the celebration
in honour of Saint Giuseppe, Easter, the pilgrimage
to the near "Madonna del Ponte" Church. In summertime
the town is involved in several ceremonies dedicated
to SS. Annunziata, Saint Pio from Pietrelcina,
SS.Assunta and in modern entertainments like
the performances of actors, musicians, humourists.
Every year in its old peer, at about 15th August,
the so called "Antenna a Mare" takes place.
It is a competition characterised by the mixture
of a touching past and a modern touristic present.
Trappeto, in fact, is also a beautiful seaside
provided with long and sandy beaches. The water
is shining, good for diving and boat cruises.
In particular it is possible to reach from its
coasts in a short time the fantastic "Faraglioni
di Scopello" and the extraordinary natural park
called "Riserva dello Zingaro".
Trappeto is about 40 Km far from Palermo and
Trapani. From this ideal location tourists can
visit lots of natural and artistic sicilian
beauties, like for example Segesta ancient theatre,
Mount Erice and Trapani salt valley.
Translation by Debora Virga.
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