Caltagirone is famous for its Sicilian ceramics. The vibrant centerpiece of town is the set of tiled steps which are flanked by shops overflowing with colorful ceramic offerings. But the ceramics aren't limited to the steps and the shops, there are splashes of hand painted color on markers and benches throughout the town and even a beautifully decorated bridge on the walk to the ceramics museum. It's a great town for a girls shopping trip or a romantic evening of wandering, but it can also be a good family destination. It might not sound like a very child-friendly spot with all of the fragile shopping possibilities, but there is a shady park next to the ceramics museum that quickly turn this quaint town into one that will appeal to all ages. Climb the winding paths up to the top of the hill and the park suddenly opens up into a large area with a duck pond, a small stage (I think there are concerts here in the summer), plenty of space for playing tag, and two gelato places. I am sure we'll be heading back for more shady park time (and gelato) this summer.
I love the steps! Who needs a stairmaster when you have stairs like these. Then afterwards head to the local gelato shop.
I'm obsessed with Sicilian and Italian ceramics. Just seeing white, blue, and yellow makes me long for a beautiful bowl to serve pears in. Great photos!
The stairwells are beautiful. Gelato sounds fabulous right now in this 90 degree heat!
I love those steps, too. I want them for my home!
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