Points of Interest & Landmarks in Catania

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Points of Interest & Landmarks in Catania

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  • macedonboy
    Glasgow, UK186,803 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Piazza del Duomo is the most well known public square in Catania. Several landmark buildings are around the square including the cathedral, Catania City Hall, and Palazzo degli Elefanti. Other landmarks worth taking a look include the Fontana dell’Amenano and Fountain of the Elephant.
    Written October 10, 2024
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  • Sally62
    Northampton, UK6,069 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Main street leading through the city lined with shops and some nice buildings. Keep going and you reach Villa Bellini which is a public garden.
    Written July 12, 2024
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  • Marshall B
    Ferney-Voltaire, France5,137 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautifully designed church with elaborately decorated floor. We stopped in because there was a service going on at the adjacent cathedral and glad that we did; otherwise, given all the other churches in Catania that we were planning on seeing, we might have missed it. That really has been our experience in our trip to this part of Sicily - to choose what we want to see and to plan the time to do so. We haven't taken any city tours - our planning is basically TripAdvisor reviews and guidebooks - but we have also been surprised on several occasions to just drop in to a place not in our plan and find it quite interesting. Fortunately, many of the cities we have been in - Scicli, Noto, and Syracuse - have been pedestrian friendly, so there have been opportunities to simply walk by something unplanned.
    Written October 31, 2024
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  • macedonboy
    Glasgow, UK186,803 contributions
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    This street is known for the fine array of churches, monasteries, homes and civic buildings designed in the Baroque style. Some of the more notable buildings include Chiesa di San Benedetto, Chiesa di San Francesco Borgia, Villa Cerami and Chiesa di San Francesco d'Assisi all'Immacolata. Aside from all these magnificent buildings it’s also worth visiting the southern end where there’s the Teatro Antico greco-romano, ancient Greek theatre
    Written October 11, 2024
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  • realestateash
    Wakefield, UK132 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a building, beautifully looked after and simply stunning architecture with a great square nearby,

    Adjacent buildings also worth a look
    Written September 17, 2024
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  • Sally62
    Northampton, UK6,069 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Stunning late Baroque church and former monastery that faces Via Crociferi. As with most buildings in the city, it was destroyed in the 1693 earthquake and the rebuilding took almost a century. Beautiful architecture including the Angels' Staircase and the ornate frescoed ceiling and walls of the church. Excellent information using a QR code on your phone. Highly recommend a visit - open Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays and some Sundays but check before you visit as times may vary.
    Written August 9, 2024
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  • Giuseppe Cincindella
    Rosyth, UK2,121 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Lovely and interesting spot of Catania. The square is beautiful and surrounded by many beautiful and historical buildings. Good meeting point for people even just to sit Nd look around
    Written August 4, 2024
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  • Marshall B
    Ferney-Voltaire, France5,137 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It is an odd compilation of elements: Egyptian obelisk that probably was brought to Catania in Roman times, a primitive elephant statue made out of volcanic (black basalt) rock - the elephant is the symbol of the city - and a more modern (18th century) base. It is certainly worth seeing because of its unique character, and it is situated in a picturesque square. Hard to miss with all the people standing around and taking photos or just sitting at its base.
    Written October 26, 2024
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  • Marshall B
    Ferney-Voltaire, France5,137 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Impressive collection of ceiling paintings by an artist who specialized in theater decoration! The 19th century Candelora is also very interesting to see. This is, and was, a very important church, thus its name.
    Written October 31, 2024
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  • Mark H
    Sonoma, CA2,575 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice baroque gateway to the old city core. I like the angels hearlds and the contrast of dark and light stone. However, there is not a lot else in the immediate area. A good 40 minute walk from the central plaza area if you are getting in your steps.
    Written September 3, 2024
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  • BlerimGreeny
    109 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We were a large group of guests. Environment is extraordinary. You are inside of V-VI century Bizantine church which has great walls made of stone. Service and food is delicious. Strongly recommended!
    Written February 4, 2017
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  • macedonboy
    Glasgow, UK186,803 contributions
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    This pretty fountain was constructed in1867 to embellish the railway station and the surrounding area. Sculpted by the Italian artist, Giulio Moschetti, the centrepiece of the fountain is a scene depicting the abduction of Persephone by Hades. At the very centre, Hades holds the unwilling Persephone, while the two characters are surrounded by horse aiding the getaway. Female figures appear to be grappling with the horses and attempting to prevent the abduction. A wonder sight on exiting Catania Centrale.
    Written October 10, 2024
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  • buntythecow
    Wedmore, UK166 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a free exhibition although once inside there is an exhibition that you can pay to see. I assume that this may change.
    We were able to walk in and enjoy the building and explore the art work. We particularly loved the pair of wolves.
    Written March 1, 2020
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  • Robert O
    Rotterdam, The Netherlands5,953 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    An interesting rectangular square in Catania center. The ruins of the Roman amfitheater, 18th century Baroque palazzi and modern Corso Sicilia are, as it were, meeting here. All overseen by Sicily's greatest composer Bellini sitting high on his pedestal.

    Moreover, there often are markets at the square where ordinary citizens meet up. The past and the present brought together.
    Written January 28, 2023
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  • ANGELO V
    Milan, Italy4,812 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This church was built over the dungeon where - according to traditions - Saint Agatha was kept prisoner. The dungeons are still visible below the church, and here you can see footprints in stone attributed to the Saint, and a baroque statue of the Saint.

    A wonderful Norman-Romanesque portal former belonging to the main Cathedral of Catania constitutes the church entrance, and on the main altar there is a painting of the martyrdom of Saint Agatha.

    Entrance to the church is free, but a contribution is welcome.
    Written April 28, 2023
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