Ancient crafts of the Ispica Quarry
Descrizione
The Ancient Crafts Trail of the Cava d’Ispica retraces the traditional rock-based economy of the region, where, for centuries, artisans and farmers worked among tunnels and natural ravines. Carved into the calcarenite rock, water mills, oil presses, and kilns bear witness to the processing of grains and olives, while bakeries and tanneries reflect everyday life in the caves. Original tools and guided reconstructions revive the manual skills of an era when stone was both workshop and home. The trail also passes through ancient troglodyte dwellings and rock-hewn chapels. Today, this open-air museum serves as an educational and tourist route that blends nature, history, and technology, enhancing a unique heritage in the heart of the Val di Noto.
