The Cassaro is situated in an elevated position, between the depressions of the Kemonia and Papireto rivers which, at that time, delimited the core of the ancient city. The sound of flowing water brought tranquillity to the people of the time, as they bustled around the ancient markets for spices and textiles. For a moment, they seem to forget the noise and vigour of the horses’ hooves used by the nobles to reach the palace.
