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Norman castle in Paternò
Norman castle in Paternò, Sicily, Italy.
Paternò
Italy
Paternò, town, eastern Sicily, Italy, situated at the southwestern foot of Mount Etna, overlooking the Simeto River, just northwest of Catania. Paternò is believed to occupy the site of the ancient Siculian town of Hybla Major or Hybla Geleatis. Paternò suffered heavily from Allied bombing in World War II. It is dominated by a restored Norman castle (1072/73, rebuilt 14th century), and there are several medieval churches. It is a holiday resort with hot mineral springs, and citrus fruits and grapes are cultivated. Pop. (2006 est.) mun., 49,064.
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