Verdura


Verdura is a river of southern Sicily. Its source is in Lake Favara, and flows into the Sicily Channel at Torre Verdura, between Sciacca and Ribera.

Course

The upper reaches are known as the Sosio, becoming the Verdura after it is joined by the Lisandro. It is long, with a catchment area of. There are two hydroelectric dams, at Cristia and Favara. The fertile valley produces navel oranges, almonds, wine and olive oil.