Nicotera guided tour

Nicotera, first Nicotiria which means “Sign of victory”, was founded by Octavian (later Emperor Augustus) in the 1st century BC. after a victory against Sesto Pompeo in front of the coast. Due to the many Saracen raids, the inhabitants settled high up where the town still stands today. Destroyed and rebuilt several times, it was thanks to Federico II that it began to develop again around his castle. Terrace overlooking the sea, it is defined, and only those who have seen it can realize its beauty.