Among the most beautiful reserves in Sicily, Capo Gallo, an emerging reserve located in the Mondello area, certainly does not go unnoticed.
A protected area of approximately 586 hectares, which includes a rocky promontory, a stretch of coast, a pine forest and Mediterranean scrub.
The Capo Gallo promontory is a suggestive place, with high cliffs overlooking the sea.
The cliffs can be reached via hiking trails, which offer panoramic views of the coast and the Tyrrhenian Sea.
It is characterized by natural coves and caves, such as the Mazzara cave, the Mal Passo cave and, among the most important, the Oil cave, accessible only by sea.
The coves can be reached by sea or on foot, and are ideal places for swimming, snorkelling or simply relaxing.
The pine forest of the Capo Gallo Reserve is a cool and shaded place, ideal for a walk or a picnic.
The Mediterranean scrub is rich in flora and fauna, including plants and animals endemic to Sicily.
The first human settlements date back to the Paleolithic.
In Roman times, the area was known as "Mercury Promontory", in honor of the god Mercury.
In the Middle Ages, however, it was an important lookout point for fishermen and sailors.
In the 20th century, the area was abandoned due to malaria.
The reserve was established in 2001, to protect the rich flora and fauna of the area.
Today, the Capo Gallo Reserve is an emerging tourist destination.
It is an ideal place for those seeking tranquility, a suggestive place to spend a day in nature in Palermo.