Many medieval villages in Italy are beautiful, and many are proclaimed to be the most beautiful. However, the enchanting village of Gangi, located in the Madonie Mountains in Sicily's hinterlands, can say confidently and with proof that it really is one of the most beautiful. In 2014, it was awarded the prestigious title of "Il Borgo dei Borghi" (The Village of Villages), solidifying its reputation as a hidden gem worth discovering.

It has also made headlines for being one of the towns offering 1 euro homes for sale in Italy. Little change happens in medieval villages, so chances are, everything is just as beautiful now as it was in 2014 and even before. Gangi has roots that trace back to ancient times. Legends say that the mythical city of Engyon, a Cretan colony dating back to around 1,200 B.C., once existed where Gangi is today. After some Roman interventions and a Vesper rebel war in the 13th century, Gangi was rebuilt in the 1300s.