Aci Castello

Aci Castello is a city in the Province of Catania in Sicily, Italy. The city is located 9 km north of Catania on the Mediterranean coast. It has a population of 18,111 people (as of March 31, 2005). The primary economic sectors are agriculture and industry (in Catania). The city is neighbored by Aci Catena, Acireale, Catania, San Gregorio di Catania and Valverde.

The city developed around the castle, which was built in 1076 by the Normans. In 1169, Aci Castello started to grow after an eruption of the Aetna made the towns around it uninhabitable.

Attractions
Norman castle, which was built from 1076 to 1081
Museum in this castle
The borough Aci Trezza with a beach.