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Located in Western Sicily, on the rail line between Palermo and Trapani, Balestrate is exactly in the center of the Gulf of Castellamare. In previous times it was where much of the grape crop was grown for the island's famous Marsala wine. Today Balestrate's main industry is fishing and tourism. A small town of nearly 6000 most of the year, Balestrate's population swells up to almost 30,000 during the Summer season with vacationing Europeans and Italians from the colder climates seeking the warm water and sun.

The Coat of Arms of Balestrate with its Norman crown, honors "Sicciara," the town's original name, with the symbol of the cuttlefish ("sicci") so abundant in its waters. Residents of Balestrate still call themselves "sicciaroti" - the "cuttlefish people" - in honor of the old name.

Spanish King Federico III of Aragon gave the territory of Balestrate to the town of Partinico in 1307. According to local legend, a crossbow ("balestra") was used to shoot an arrow from the water's edge, its landing point determining the border of the town's environs; and giving its eventual name - Balestrate.

 


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Featured Businesses and Services in Balestrate

  • Residence Marino

    Located in Balestrate, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

    Residence Marino

    The Residence Marino, situated in Balestrate (Palermo), is close to the sandy beach (800 m.), with a panoramic view on a crystalline tourquaise-green sea. The Residence offers large and comfortable apartments from 4 up to 6 people (living-room, kitchen, b...

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  • La Casa Sul Mare

    Located in Balestrate, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

    La Casa Sul Mare

    The Bed and Breakfast La Casa Sul Mare, is located in a well-appointed building dated back to the 19th Century with a marvelous view on the Castellamare gulf in Balestrate Italy. It is an ideal place for anyone who wants to spend a pleasant stay far from ...

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  • Casa Ruffino

    Located in Balestrate, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

    Casa Ruffino

    Casa Ruffino, Bed and Breakfast lies at the heart of the Castellammare Gulf. It is surrounded by sea on one side and lush countryside on the other, both factors which have brought economic development to the town. In the recent past there have been the ...

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  • Il Girasole

    Located in Balestrate, Palermo, Sicily, Italy

    Il Girasole

    Welcome to the Bed and Breakfast "Sunflower" Il Girasole in Balestrate, about 50 km from Palermo, Italy towards Trapani. Balestrate, is a lovely seaside village that faces the splendid Gulf of Castellammare. Bed and Breakfast "Sunflower&q...

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