capaci

Capaci is a comune (municipality) in the Metropolitan City of Palermo, in the Italian region of Sicily. It lies on the northern coast of the island and is part of the broader metropolitan area surrounding the city of Palermo, within the Gulf of Castellammare region. The town occupies a low-lying coastal plain with nearby hills, and it experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild, wetter winters.

Historically, Capaci is most widely known for the Capaci bombing on May 23, 1992, when a car bomb exploded on the highway near Capaci, killing judge Giovanni Falcone, his wife, and three members of his escort. The attack was a pivotal moment in Italy’s efforts to combat organized crime and led to a renewed push against the Sicilian Mafia.

The local economy of Capaci is primarily based on agriculture and small-scale services that support the coastal community. Agricultural activity includes citrus fruits and olives, while the town also benefits from its coastal location, which supports tourism and local recreation. Cultural life centers on religious traditions, local festivals, and community events that reflect the town’s Sicilian heritage.

The municipality includes the town of Capaci and surrounding rural areas. Population figures are modest, with residents counted in the low thousands. See also Capaci bombing and Giovanni Falcone for historical context.