| Castelmola | |
| Official Name: | Comune di Castelmola |
| Coordinates: | 37.8667°N 32°W |
| Region: | Sicily |
| Metropolitan City: | Messina (ME) |
| Area Total Km2: | 16.4 |
| Population Total: | 1107 |
| Population As Of: | Dec. 2004 |
| Elevation M: | 529 |
| Postal Code: | 98030 |
| Area Code: | 0942 |
Castelmola (Sicilian: Castermula) is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Messina in the Italian region Sicily, located about 170km (110miles) east of Palermo and about 40km (30miles) southwest of Messina. As of 31 December 2004, it had a population of 1,107 and an area of 16.4km2.[1] It is one of I Borghi più belli d'Italia ("The most beautiful villages of Italy").[2]
Castelmola has ancient Greek origins. Situated above Taormina, it formerly served as its acropolis. In the last decades it has become a popular tourist destination. On Labour Day, which in Italy falls on 1 May, there is an annual music festival "Castelrock", held in the main square, which features live music performances by local musicians.[3]
Castelmola borders the following municipalities: Gaggi, Letojanni, Mongiuffi Melia, Taormina.
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