Located in the heart of the Ionian coast, just 15 kilometres away from Catania, Acireale is a renowned tourist destination which owes its fame to the presence of a peculiar urban settlement dating back to the medieval time as well as to the erection of the city on the top of a picturesque volcanic highland, known as La Timpa.
Of ancient origins, the Baths of Acireale were built in the Greek time, thanks to the discovery of local sulphurous mineral water springs, and later improved by the Romans. Today it is one of the most renowned centre of spa tourism in the world by virtue of a plurality of renovations and additions which have enhanced the quality of the structure over the centuries.
TOURIST INFORMATION
Acireale is a very ancient city, characterised by outstanding monuments and archaeological remains. From a naturalistic point of view, the Timpa nature reserve should not be missed. Near Acireale, Catania, Taormina and Caltagirone are absolutely worth a visit.
CONTACTS
Indirizzo: Via delle Terme, 61, 95024 Acireale Catania, Italia
Tel: 0957686111
Sito web: www.terme-acireale.com