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The biggest arancina in the world being lifted from the fryer. Still from video by Tele One

Palermo sets new record with 62kg arancina

April 22, 2026April 22, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Palermo has claimed its place in the record books with the creation of a giant arancina weighing 62.3 kilograms. Unveiled last Sunday on Palermo’s Mondello beach, it surpasses a previous record set in Messina in 2023.

Restoration of the Palatine Chapel mosaics is due to start imminently

Restoration of Palermo’s Palatine Chapel Mosaics to Begin

December 17, 2024December 17, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Restoration work on the mosaics in Palermo’s Palatine Chapel is about to start, with completion expected in a year.

On this day in history: feast day of Saint Rosalia

September 4, 2024September 4, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

On 4th September each year, the people of Palermo celebrate the feast day of their beloved patron, Saint Rosalia. She is affectionately known as “La Santuzza” or “the Little Saint.”

Workplace tragedy in Palermo. Firefighters on the scene. Image via Twitter

Another workplace tragedy as 5 die near Palermo

May 7, 2024May 7, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Another workplace tragedy as five workers died in Casteldaccia, near Palermo yesterday. A sixth was transported to the Policlinico hospital in Palermo, after being intubated.

Palatine Chapel in Palermo Sicily has marvellous mosaics. Image by CarlesVA derivative work: Memorato (talk) via Wikepedia

On this day in history: Palermo’s Palatine Chapel consecrated

April 28, 2024April 28, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Within the heart of Palermo, Sicily, lies a treasure trove of history and artistic splendour – the Palatine Chapel. Consecrated on Palm Sunday, April 28, 1140, this architectural marvel has unparalleled beauty and historical importance.