Things to see in Porto Empedocle

Porto Empedocle is a port town close to the city of Agrigento, in the province of Agrigento in Sicily, Italy.

The city is closely linked to the capital Agrigento with which it forms a conurbation. Porto Empedocle has over 17,000 inhabitants. The port activities are very important economically, but these days it is also a tourist resort with beaches that stretch for more than 3 km.

Porto Empedocle was founded under the name of Marina di Girgenti as the port of the ancient city of Girgenti, the current Agrigento. In the mid-16th century, the Torre del Caricatore di Girgenti tower was restored and was an important part of the defense of the marine area for a long time.

Chiesa Madre. The church is dedicated to the Holy Saviour and to St. Gerlando, the bishop of Besançon who died in Agrigento. Torre Carlo V. daily (including holidays) 09:00-13:00 and 16:00-20:00. Formerly known as fortification Torre del Caricatore di Girgenti but after it was restored in the 16th century under Emperor Charles V it got its current name Torre Carlo V. Admission is free. Chiesa San Gerlando. This defiled church is now an auditorium. Palazzo di Città. The Town Hall is located in Via Roma, in the middle of the promenade area of the center. In the premises of the Town Hall are several offices including that of the mayor. There is an elegant dining room which has retained its historical character. Villa Romana, Realmonte (just next to Scala dei Turchi). The remains of a Roman villa from the first century AD. Scala dei Turchi (Stair of the Turks). An offshoot of white marl rock that protrudes prominently into the sea. The dazzling white of the rock forms a strong contrast with the blue sea and sky.