Savoca is a small town located in the province of Messina, in Sicily. The town is famous for its history and its medieval castle, known as the Castle of San Giovanni. The castle was built in the 13th century and was used as a fortress by the Normans.
Savoca became internationally famous thanks to its appearance in the movie “The Godfather” by Francis Ford Coppola. The town was used as a location for the scenes of the wedding of Michael Corleone and Apollonia Vitelli. The Vitelli bar, known as “Bar Vitelli”, was used as a location for the movie’s scenes and is still open to the public.
Another curiosity is that the town of Savoca is also known for the production of artistic ceramics. Local ceramists create unique and colorful works, inspired by Sicilian tradition.
Overall Savoca is a great destination for those who want to discover the authentic Sicily, with its history, culture and natural beauty.
