Castello di Donnafugata
Donnafugata
Cattedrale di San Nicolò
Noto
(45 Km)
The Cathedral dedicated to S. Nicolò di Mira was characterized by a happy fusion of Baroque and classic elements together. Its reconstruction has mixed the eighteenth-century construction techniques with the most modern technologies in the field of anti-seismic engineering. In addition, the works of art that make up its contents can be considered the symbol of a diocesan community, alive and creative.
Cattedrale di San Giovanni Battista
Ragusa
(15 Km)
It has a majestic facade, rich of carvings and sculptures, it is divided into five parts by big pillars on the left side there is the bell tower that rises over 50 meters long.
Duomo di San Giorgio
Ragusa
(17 Km)
It is one of the highest in the world of sacred Baroque; the Church once stood at the eastern area, where the old portal still is.
Chiesa di S. Domenico
Noto
(45 Km)
The Church of San Domenico is a religious building from the Baroque era. It was built as a convent church of the Dominican Fathers at the beginning of the 18th century. The façade has two orders, the first Doric and the second Ionian, while the central part is convex. The interior is still in good condition today. The building has five domes beautifully decorated with stucco and altars with paintings from the eighteenth-century period. Today, the former Convent is transformed into a school.
Palazzo Nicolaci
Noto
(45 Km)
Also known by the name Prince's Palace, this building was restored to its former glory after a complete renovation. The construction dates back to the beginning of the 18th century, and was designed by Rosario Gagliardi on commission of the Nicolaci family. The style is purely Baroque, decorated with several balconies enclosed by curved railings. Among the decorative elements we can also note mermaids, winged horses, sphinxes and many others.
Castello di Donnafugata
Ragusa
(0 Km)
The Castle of Donnafugata is 15 km from Ragusa, and is similar to a luxurious mansion from the 19th century. The building has an area of about 2,500 square meters and consists of two towers and eight balconies. The castle has 122 rooms, of which about twenty are available to visitors. The furniture is original from the time. Each room had a different taste and function from the other. The building is surrounded by a large park. In the rooms of the castle, some filming was carried out by Commissioner Montalbano.
Basilica San Salvatore
Noto
(45 Km)
The Basilica of San Salvatore is a building with lines from the late eighteenth century. Inside there are pure gold decorations that embellish it even more and the frescoes of the well-known painter Mazza, moreover, in the altars there are four canvases dating back to Velasco. The scenography is characterized by the splendid staircase closed on one side by the Monastery of the Holy Savior.
Ragusa Ibla
Ragusa
(17 Km)
This district is the heart of the city and it is located in the east over a hill, it. The district contains over fifty churches and numerous palaces in Baroque style, the Garden Ibleo and there are also the ruins of the the ancient city.
Via Mormino Penna Scicli Ragusa
Scicli
(16 Km)
Center of Scicli, a UNESCO heritage town rich in Baroque. In via Mormino Penna is present the municipality best known to be the location of the police station of the tele film “the commissioner montalbano” rai 1.
Parco Forza di Cava Ispica
Ispica
(33 Km)
Beautiful naturalistic and archaeological site not to be missed.
Ingresso citta' greca (VII sec.aC)
Gela
(34 Km)
Gala is one of the oldest Sicilian cities, the first appropriations take us back to the 5th century BC. The name comes from the Doric colony founded in the 7th century BC which took possession of all Greek Sicily. Do not forget also the Federican period in which Terranova was built, a new city on the ruins of the Hellenic metropolis. In 1943 there was the first arrival of the Allies, in 1948, instead, the great archaeological discovery of the fortresses of Capo Soprano. In 1956, with the discovery of oil deposits, the city became of great importance, assuming fame and fame throughout the nation. Over the decades, as a result of the latest events, Gela took on a negative image.
Museo Regionale di Kamarina
Ragusa
(11 Km)
The Museum of Kamarina preserves the planimetric characteristics of the nineteenth-century beam built on the ruins of the Temple of Athena in the city of Camarina. It collects inside the archaeological documentation of the territory from the prehistoric to the medieval age coming from the excavations carried out in the necropolis, in the port area and in the inhabited center. Of great interest, is also the Amphorae Pavilion, which houses one of the richest collections in the Mediterranean.
Porta Walter
Ragusa
(17 Km)
Walter Porta ( or Vattiri) is the only one of the five entrances (south) to the ancient city that has endured for centuries. Today's door, high 5 meters and wide 3 meters, was built in the first half of '600 during the visit of the Viceroy of Sicily
Palazzo Zacco
Ragusa
(16 Km)
The palace was built by Baron Melfi in rococo style. The characteristic strains with grotesque masks of fantastic figures that follow those of other contemporary palaces or from previous decades.
Casa natale di Luigi Capuana
Mineo
(44 Km)
The Birthplace of Luigi Capuana is located in the homonymous palace where the well-known Sicilian writer and journalist was born. Inside there are manuscripts, furniture and paintings by the writer as well as correspondence with contemporary writers such as Ibsen, D'Annunzio and Pirandello. A particular collection of photographs is also exhibited that testifies to the great activity of the writer.
Cava Ispica
Modica
(25 Km)
Cava Ispica is a river valley located in the municipality of Modica. In the area, the presence of man was testified until the earthquake of 1693. According to some scholars, Cava Ispica is one of the largest, most magnificent and special archaeological areas that have been discovered to date. The houses have a special structure in the shape of a gorge that was suitable for defending from the river and enemies.
Parco archeologico della Forza
Ispica
(33 Km)
The Forza Park is one of the most important natural archaeological complexes in Sicily. The quarry is located near the sea and has a shape of a throat. Exhibits have been found since the beginning of the 6th century BC
Castelluccio - Zona Archeologica (Xviii Sec.Ac)
Noto
(34 Km)
Castelluccio di Noto is an archaeological site located in Syracuse. The site was discovered by Paolo Orsi and resembles a necropolis of over 200 artificial grotticella tombs. From this site come ceramic materials, bronze artifacts and 2 tomb hatches that have been exhibited at the “Paolo Orsi” museum in Syracuse.
Villa romana del Tellaro
Noto
(47 Km)
These are the remains of a Roman Villa from the 4th century AD. The excavations have brought to light the remains of an ancient dwelling with an area of 6000 square meters. It is located on the right bank of the Tellaro River, and since 2008, following a long renovation process, it is open to the public. Behind the Villa you can admire the beautiful vineyards, where even today the traditional grapes of the territory are cultivated.
Eloro Citta' Greca (Vi Sec.Ac)
Noto
(48 Km)
Palazzo Impellizzeri
Noto
(45 Km)
Since the Impellizzeri were opposed to building the city on the Colle delle Meti, they were at odds with the other noble families of the time so they decided to build the palace in the upper part of Noto. The style used is a blend of the Baroque with the Neoclassical characterized by a large portal surmounted by the coat of arms of the family and several pillars. At the entrance there are two memorial tombstones concerning the family, while in the different rooms you can see decorations with stuccoes and canvases from the 18th century.
Ex Monastero San Tommaso
Noto
(45 Km)
Chiesa Santissimo Crocifisso
Noto
(45 Km)
The church of the Most Holy Crucifix is the second largest church in the municipality of Noto. It was designed in the first decades of the eighteenth century by Rosario Gagliardi. Inside it has 3 naves, decorated with marble altars and covered by domes. On the right headboard is the most important work, the marble statue of the Madonna della Neve by Francesco Laurana, coming from Noto Antica, which dates back to 1471, on the other hand, in the left nave is find the Chapel of Landolina decorated with stuccoes and frescoes.
Chiesa S. Francesco d Assisi
Noto
(45 Km)
The church of San Francesco D'Assisi is among the most impressive religious buildings in Noto. The church was built at the end of the eighteenth century. Its peculiarity is clearly visible on its facade, in the transition from the Baroque style to the classic one. Of particular interest, is the tabernacle of the high altar in bronze and silver embossed and chiseled.
Porta Reale Ferdinandea
Noto
(45 Km)
The Ferdinandea Royal Gate of Noto is the symbol of entry into the city. It was designed in 1838 in honor of King Ferdinand II of Bourbon. The construction was completed in the same year and is still well preserved today.
Torre Vendicari
Noto
(48 Km)
Castello Reale ruderi
Noto
(41 Km)
The royal castle of Noto, also known as the old castle, is located in Noto Antica, on Mount Alveria, about 10 km from Noto. The castle is the only well-preserved monument in the entire medieval town. A hanging wall, which can be seen even from afar, is what is left of the tower. The fortress walls are covered with graffiti and written left by the prisoners. We can still find crosses, dates, names and even Galeoni's imaginative drawing. On the floor there are several rectangular engravings used for game with checkers.
Porta d. Montagna
Noto
(44 Km)
The door to the Mountain, from which you access Monte Alveria, is located in the “Ancient Noto”, the ancient town of Noto destroyed in 1693 by a powerful earthquake. Noto had powerful walls (fortifications) from which it was accessed through two north and south gates and seven smaller gates, one of these precisely “The Gate of the Mountain”. The fortifications were erected during the Arab domination between the 800 and 900 the door is still well preserved.
Torre Cabrera
Pozzallo
(30 Km)
The Cabrera Tower was built at the beginning of the fifteenth century by the will of Count Giovanni Bernardo Cabrera. The tower served as a defense and protection against pirate invasions. In 1693, part of the tower was destroyed due to a strong earthquake. Not much time passed and the structure was renovated. Currently, the tower is a National Monument and it is also the coat of arms of the city.
Chiesa di Montevergine (San Girolamo)
Noto
(45 Km)
The Church of Montevergine or San Girolamo was built between 1695 and 1697, for the Cistercian Sisters of Monte Vergine. The church is dedicated to St. Jerome, doctor of the Church. The building has a concave façade, with two bell towers and has an interesting scenographic aspect. At the top of the staircase stands the door, bordered by six pilasters and two quadrangular columns. The Church has a single nave, surrounded by Corinthian columns with a classic look, surmounted by stuccoes and half-reliefs of angels.
Palazzo Ducezio - Sala degli Specchi
Noto
(45 Km)
The building dates back to the 18th century and is the seat of the Town Hall. The biggest attraction of this building is the Hall of Mirrors, which has an oval shape decorated with gold stucco and beautiful mirrors. The central painting was carried out in 1826 by the master A. Mazza and depicts an allegory of the king of the Sicilian. The room is used to host illustrious delegations and prestigious events.
Chiesa S. Chiara
Noto
(45 Km)
The church of Santa Chiara was erected around 1730 and follows the model of the Roman churches with the central plan of elliptical shape. Outside there is a bell tower adorned with 2 capitals. Of great interest, are the 12 internal columns on which there are the statues of the apostles and the Baroque architectural style that is recognized above all inside the church with the decorations in stucco and putti.
Chiesa del Collegio - San Carlo al Corso
Noto
(45 Km)
The church of the College of Noto is the church of the Jesuit convent, and is dedicated to San Carlo Borromeo. The façade has three levels, and is characterized by free columns, instead, the interior reserves numerous works of art and various paintings on canvas. The bell tower of the church consists of three bells. From the church you can admire the panorama of the historic center of Noto.
Castello Chadra ruderi
Francofonte
(49 Km)
The Chadra Castle was built in 1270 and was also known as 'Chadra'. The construction has been disputed several times among several important families in the area. Its structure had the shape of a master tower. In addition, there was also a large courtyard. Today we can only see ruins of this whole complex.
Castello di Francofonte
Francofonte
(48 Km)
The castle of Francofonte is located in the province of Syracuse, in the highest part of the town. There is no precise information about the origins of the structure but it is assumed to be around 1350, with the initial construction of the eastern cylindrical tower, to which the twin tower will follow. In the two towers the baronal houses were settled. The castle, at the beginning, had a rectangular shape.
Castello Principi di Biscari
Acate
(17 Km)
The Castle of the Princes of Biscari was built in 1494. Reborn from the restoration done recently, it is now in perfect cultural and aesthetic harmony with functional needs. The castle has been the symbol of the Biscari for five centuries.
Castello di Caltagirone
Caltagirone
(40 Km)
The Castle of Caltagirone is located in the present ancient part of the homonymous city and was most likely built around the 12th-13th century. In fact, from documents dating back to 1239, the fortress is defined as the state property that is included in the number of castra exempta. Unfortunately, in 1256, the structure was damaged by the Manfredi and only the tower remained of the Castle. We proceeded to the construction of a room and a room annexed to the tower itself, but unfortunately, from documents dating back to the twentieth century, it is evident that only a few remains remain of the Castle.
Scalinata Santa Maria del Monte
Caltagirone
(40 Km)
The Staircase Santa Maria del Monte di Caltagirone was built in 1606 with the intent of connecting the ancient part of the city with the new upper part. The structure is over 130 meters long and since 1954 has been presenting decorations in the elevations of the steps and ceramic tiles by the Caltagironesi Artisanal Majolica. The staircase is illuminated during 24 and 25 July for the feast of St. James, patron saint of the city.
Biblioteca Comunale Emanuele Taranto
Caltagirone
(39 Km)
The origins of the Library of Caltagirone date back to the 16th century when the Jesuit Fathers established the library archive located in the College. But in 1767, when they left the city, the library was transferred to the University of Catania. After so many protests it was decided to establish a library that was based in Caltagirone and only in 1785, the Regio Spiaccio made official the opening of the new library. An important collection of volumes was donated by Prince Niccolò Interlandi who in this way enriched the library's offer.
Castelluccio
Gela
(36 Km)
The Castelluccio di Gela dates back to the 13th century and is located on a chalky relief dominating the surrounding area. Its main function was defensive and it appears to have been in the possession of Anselmo da Moach in the fourteenth century to pass in the management of the Aragonese. The structure has a rectangular plan with powerful walls and its corner towers. Of the main floor there are only a few remains while there are still rooms on the ground floor with the function of stables and armory houses. The Castle is currently in a state of neglect.
Torre Manfria
Gela
(45 Km)
The Tower of Manfria was built around the 17th century on the indications of the architect Camillo Camilliani. The Tower appears visible from all over the gulf of the city of Gela given its position erected on the hill above it. It is about 15 meters high with a base of 12.50 meters. It is in good condition except for the cornice that is semi-destroyed.
Castello di Serravalle
Mineo
(52 Km)
The Castle of Serravalle was built around the 14th century. It was built on Poggio Pizzuto, because it had the function of defending and protecting the southern part of Catania from attacks. Nowadays it is privately owned and is in good condition.
Castello Ducezio
Mineo
(44 Km)
There are only ruins left of the Ducezio Castle. This is because it is very ancient and in fact dates back to the 7th century. However, there is news of this construction already around the 7th century BC. Today the remaining ruins are public property.
Castello Mongialino
Mineo
(51 Km)
The Mongialino Castle dates back to the twelfth century and is one of the most particular castles in the area for its structure. In fact, it consists of a circular donjon and a wall of irregular shape. This building was donated by Bartolomeo de Lucy to his daughter. Nowadays, there are only parts of the whole building left.
Eremo di San Corrado Fuori le Mura
Noto
(44 Km)
The Hermitage of San Corrado Outside the Walls is located in the Valley of Miracles not very far from Noto. It was inhabited by San Corrado Confalonieri in the period between 1322 and 1351. The church of San Corrado Outside the Walls was built during the eighteenth century in the place where this hermitage was located. Inside there is a statue dedicated to the Saint as well as a canvas of the “Madonna and Child” and a shovel depicting San Corrado.
Teatro Comunale Vittorio Emanuele
Noto
(45 Km)
The Teatro Comunale Vittorio Emanuele is located in front of the Church of San Domenico and dates back to the end of the 19th century. It was inaugurated in 1870, and, since then, the stage of the theater has hosted the most famous artists such as Tina di Lorenzo, Pierantonio Tasca and Eleonore Duse. The theater has a capacity of 320 seats and a gallery with 80 seats. In 1990 the theater was renovated and reopened in 1997.
Ipogeo di Donnafugata
Santa Croce Camerina
(5 Km)
Chiesa Madre
Santa Croce Camerina
(7 Km)
Centro storico
Scicli
(16 Km)
Duomo di San Giorgio
Modica
(18 Km)
Museo Regionale della Ceramica
Caltagirone
(39 Km)
The Regional Museum of Ceramics was inaugurated in 1965 and collects about 2500 finds of ceramics made in Sicily since prehistory. The museum site is divided into six sections and provides an educational service with the use of multimedia and audiovisual devices.
Mostra dei Pupi Siciliani
Caltagirone
(39 Km)
The Sicilian Pupi Exhibition originates from the animator Don Gaetano Russo who with the Compagnia dei Pupi performed since 1981 in Caltagirone. About fifty pupi belonging to the Catania school are exhibited, distinguished by those from Palermo for their size and for the different handling techniques. The exhibition is also enriched by the exhibition of cart keys and historical texts.
Galleria Civica d'Arte Contemporanea
Caltagirone
(40 Km)
The Civic Gallery of Contemporary Art was founded in 1996 with the intent to welcome the donation of the collection of works by the well-known artist Gianni Ballarò at the behest of his wife Carmela Pasqualino. Added to this an anthological exhibition of the contemporary works of the Civic Museums of Caltagirone.
Museo Civico e Pinacoteca "L. Sturzo"
Caltagirone
(40 Km)
The Civic Museum and the Art Gallery “L. Sturzo” were established in 1914 at the headquarters of the eighteenth-century Bourbon Prison. A first collection was made by the scientist and humanist Emanuele Taranto Rosso through the Cabinet of Archaeology and Natural History, established in 1843. The Art Gallery presents artistic works before the 16th century and among all stands out the canvas “Jesus in the vegetable garden” by Epifanio Rossi.
Museo Archeologico Regionale
Gela
(34 Km)
The Regional Archaeological Museum of Gela was built and inaugurated in 1958 on a project by the architect Luigi Pasquarelli. The Museum houses about 4200 exhibits from the surrounding area covering the period from prehistory to the Middle Ages. The structure of the Museum is divided into two floors and exhibits several ceramic finds and bronzes that trace the history of Gela.
Museo Ibleo delle Arti e Tradizioni Popolari "S. A. Guastella"
Modica
(18 Km)
The Iblean Museum of Popular Arts and Traditions “S. A. Guastella” collects a considerable collection on local life. There are fifteen different sections in it, all collected in a large house with courtyard and other typical premises. There is also a room that presents popular religiosity and how it developed.
Museo Civico "F. L. Belgiorno"
Modica
(18 Km)
The “F. L. Belgiorno” Civic Museum is divided into several sectors, with chronological order. Among the findings of great importance is a splendid statue depicting Heracles, dating from the end of the 3rd century BC.
Museo Civico
Noto
(45 Km)
The Civic Museum of Noto is divided into two sections, the first archaeological that collects all the finds found from the excavations of the ancient archaeological complex of Noto and the second artistic is the Art Gallery contemporary E.E. Pirrone, created by the donation of the works of the sculptor Giuseppe Pirrone, famous at national level.
Museo Archeologico Ibleo
Ragusa
(15 Km)
The Iblean Archaeological Museum is set up inside the first floor of the Palazzo Mediterraneo where from 1955 to 1960, the first museum nucleus of the Antiquarium was located. The purpose of the Museum is to collect materials that illustrate the ancient and archaeological history of the territory from the Neolithic to the late antiquity.
Teatro Donnafugata
Ragusa
(17 Km)
The Donnafugata Theatre dates back to the second half of the 19th century and is inserted inside the homonymous palace. This theatre is among the youngest in Italy and one of the most characteristic. Composed of 95 seats, it also has a large bar room and other adjoining rooms, respectively called Sala Vicky and Sala Costanza, the names of the owners.
Casa di Montalbano
Santa Croce Camerina
(12 Km)
Torre Scalambri
Santa Croce Camerina
(12 Km)
Dir Arte
Modica
(18 Km)
Necropoli di Pantalica
Ferla
(42 Km)
Ceramiche Cristina di Persico Cristina
Caltagirone
(40 Km)
Castello Norm. ruderi
Palazzolo Acreide
(36 Km)
Palagonia - Ingr.citta' greca Palike (V sec.aC)
Mineo
(51 Km)