Located near the old cathedral of an mound on which grew the town of Naro, the architectural complex is fully and adequately preserved. Architecturally it presents itself as an irregular rectangle with a square tower on the east corner and a half-cylindrical tower on the south, connected by walkway once used by patrols. Between the two main towers is a large body divided into two floors and divided into various rooms with an arched coverage of the main hall. A staircase leads from the living room to an embellished terrace. As a public property, the castle is currently used as an exhibition space for art and meetings.

Mighty and austere, and as always in control and defense of the territory, the Chiaramonte Castle, named after the illustrious family that dominated Naro for more than a century, is visible from all over the surrounding plain and beyond. As a symbol and metaphor of the city it has shared its history and legends, such as that of being haunted by the ghost of Madonna Giselda ...

Declared a National Monument in 1912, it has undergone several renovations that have brought it back to its territory. Its interior is engaging, the views to be enjoyed from its summit are breathtaking. A visit to the Castle is unforgettable and leads one to believe in those who protect and enhances "great" treasures such as this charming manor house, one of the most important in Sicily.

As a public property, the castle is currently used as an exhibition space for art and meetings.

In particular, there are two permanent exhibitions:

"The genius of Leonardo"

A blend of science and art of exceptional worth. Within the beautiful medieval setting, working machines and futuristic inventions of Leonardo are on display. The scientist - inventor, and so much more, lived in the fifteenth century.

About 70 models of machines closely represent the drawings of Leonardo and are made to size or scale, in wood, metal and fabric. The copy of the design and multilingual descriptive tablets allow visitors to operate the machines and see how they work. A well rounded opportunity for knowledge, art, culture, and an experience of true involvement. Info: 0922 95300

Museum of Clothes

This exhibition offers the opportunity to admire sixteen vintage outfits of the time (fourteen female and two male), a military uniform from World War I and a number of women's accessories. A meeting with the past that creates curiosity, intrigues and involves. Info: 0922 95300