Aci Bonaccorsi

Province: Catania · Region: Sicily · Population: 3,200 · Postal code: 95020

In December 2022, Aci Bonaccorsi earned national recognition as Italy's most virtuous municipality. Home to 3,200 residents, this small town in the historic Terra d'Aci sits on the southeastern slopes of Mount Etna, functioning as an elevated overlook toward the Ionian Sea.

Located roughly ten kilometres northeast of Catania and 220 kilometres from Palermo, the town shares borders with Valverde, Viagrande, Aci Sant'Antonio, and San Giovanni la Punta. Its hilltop position catches eastern sea breezes, keeping local weather temperate throughout the year.