Things to do in Bolognetta Italy – what to see attractions and activities

The R.N.O. was created for the preservation of an area of 137 hectares between the municipalities of Cefalà Diana and Villafrati. It includes Pizzo Chiarastella, relevant for flora and birdlife and the Arab Baths, the only example of Arab baths of the 10th century in Sicily.

The Church of SS. Trinity was built between 1750 and 1765. It was enriched with an artistic reed organ, four matroneums and artistic oil paintings and statues, among the authors: Vinci Randazzo, Guastaferro and Corbella.

The fountain with two cannoli was donated by Count San Marco in 1849, it is made of cast iron, it has artistic workmanship and coat of arms of the Counts Filangeri. Characteristic are the two cannoli, in the shape of a dragon head, from which water flows.

Palazzo Filangeri was the baronial seat of the Filangeri family in 700. Characteristic is the iron door, on which the initials of Count S. Marco triumph. Part of the furniture is located in Palermo at Palazzo Mirto.

The Castle of Ficuzza was built by King Ferdinand of Bourbon at the end of the eighteenth century. The structure was built under the project of the architect Giuseppe Venanzio Marvuglia. One of the main purposes for which it was used was to dwell for the holiday periods for the Sicilian nobles. It is in typical neoclassical style and is particularly extensive and massive. It recalls, in fact, the Royal Palace of Caserta.

Villa Valguarnera was built with the request of the Valguarnera princes in 1712 by the architects Tommaso Maria Napoli, Vincenzo Fiorelli and Giovanni Del Frago. The construction of this building is linked to the occultism that is perceived both by the planimetric model and the iconography shown in the image of the Alchemical Opera. Inside the garden of the villa there are two “coffee houses” in neoclassical style frescoed.

The Museum was founded in 1997 by the current director Ezio Pagano. The main intention is to make contemporary Sicilian artists known. There we can find paintings, sculptures by Carla Accardi, Augusto Perez, Salvatore Scarpitta and many others. The Museum is extremely modern, equipped with a rich library and also a video library that tries to promote video art.

The Castle of Trabia, built by the sea, had the function of defense and sighting. It looks like a fortress with crenellated walls and a cylindrical tower. Currently the building has been restored and from its terraces there is a beautiful view of the beach.

The museum was founded in 1860 and it is housed in the department of geology and geodesy of the University of Palermo. The museum boasts a collection of 600,000pieces among which you can see paleontological findings, fossils and casts.

Inaugurated in December 2008, the “Casa Museo Stanze al Genio”, which takes its name from the homonymous Cultural Association, collects one of the largest collections in Europe of ancient Neapolitan and Sicilian majolica tiles with more than 2300 specimens on display.

Famous throughout the world thanks to its five red domes. Church of 'charming oriental style, it would suit even to Baghdad or Damascus. Wonderful is also the cloister with its lush garden.

Palazzo Sambuca in Palermo has been renovated for a few years now due to its poor condition. It is now among the most beautiful buildings in the surrounding area, especially because it is very old.

It belonged to the family Filangeri Palace; Palazzo Mirto witnesses history and Sicilian society. In fact, all the objects on display belonged to the inhabitants of the palace. The collection includes, among other things, weapons, ceramics, glasses, paintings.

Palazzo Vanni belonged in the 17th century to the Vanni family. Today the palace is called by another name, Morana. The structure has undergone restoration in recent years. In the facade of the building you can still admire the remains of capitals and columns, as well as arches dating back to the nineteenth century.

Built in 1330 by Matteo Sclafani it has a beautiful facade with high arches and fine lancet windows. The famous fresco of the Triumph of Death painted in the fifteenth in the courtyard.

Active in the city since 1968, here are held contemporary theater productions also by unpublished authors. See the 'Incontroazione/ Teatro Festival', which welcomes representations from all over the world. It houses the theater workshops and numerous university seminars.

The existence of Palazzo Chiaramonte, otherwise known as Palazzo Steri, is due to the name of Count Manfredi Chiaramonte who, in the fourteenth century, began its construction from the ceiling of the Sala Magna. The square-shaped building is a middle street between a medieval castle and a patrician residence. For more than a century, the palace housed the offices of the Inquisition Tribunal. Thanks to the excavations, a monument was discovered in the basement about seven meters high.

The Martorana Church, also called the church of Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio or San Nicolò dei Greci, is among the most fascinating Byzantine churches of the Middle Ages in Italy, and works the liturgy according to the Byzantine rite.

The Palazzo Speciale-Raffadali in Palermo was built in 1468. Unfortunately, between the 17th and 18th centuries it was demolished and rebuilt by the Raffadali family, who owned it. The style is catalanizing and with elements dating back to the '400, the '600 and '700. Two peculiarities to mention are: the niche that is located on top with a bust attributed to Domenico Gagini. The other thing is that inside the building there is a secret garden hidden by high walls.

The Fountain was built by the sculptor F.Camilliani in 1554 on commission by Don Luigi di Toledo. The Fountain consisted of 48 statues, depicting Greek gods, and its size was unusual since it was not intended for a public space. It consists of three circular pools from which a beautiful water play begins.

The building of 1615 owes its name to the Marquis Giuseppe Asmundo. It houses the Martorana collection, consisting of porcelain, pottery, weapons, carriages and sedans, as well as a rich display of postcards.

The Palazzo Roccella in Palermo is located in the historic center and is a noble palace that belongs to the '500. Its name comes from its owners who were called La Gruta, Rivaroli and Vanni, but throughout the area they were known as the princes of Roccella. Today the building is divided into 17 mini apartments rented. The building is in excellent condition.

Located in the church of Santa Maria di Montevergini, it welcomes local contemporary artists with the intent to exploit the emerging realities. It hosts the Palermo Teatro Festival,  where Palermitan actors of national importance, meet up.

In the place where initially there was a votive chapel, it was erected in 1520 the present church, a perfect match between the Catalan Gothic late Renaissance style. Inside two wonderful works by unknown authors.

The building was build on 1180 and originally used as a leper’s hospital.its actual intention as to why it was built is however not clearly known.

Originally it was placed in an intermediate position between the gorgeous Massimo andpopular Politeama. Built in traditional style with Art Nouveau accents, it was opened in1903. Today it boasts a rich program of dramas.

Second-biggest church in Palermo after the Cathedral. A typical baroque-style church of the middle of the nineteenth century; it became the pantheon of illustrious Sicilians who began to be buried in this sacred place, so fascinating.

Opened in 1918 with a collection of objects collected during the Great War, it was reopened after extensive renovations in 2010. The exhibit includes many findings such as weapons, garibaldine uniforms and the parliamentary bench of Crispi.

Villa Napoli, located in Palermo, is a building that dates back to the seventeenth century. Initially it arose as a Norman tower and today it incorporates within itself the remains of Soprana Cuba. Over the years it was modified and expanded. It takes its name from its owner Carlo of Naples. In the early 1700s it was abandoned and was robbed repeatedly. Only in 1991 it was sold by the family of origin to the Sicilian Region who took care of returning it to its original magnificence with renovation works. Today, the reopening is expected to be able to visit it again.

The Capuchin Catacombs are located under the Capuchin Convent, annexed to the Church of Santa Maria della Pace. These are built on structures already existing at the time. The galleries were excavated at the end of the 16th century and formed a large cemetery of rectangular shape.

the monumental theatre is in neoclassical style and it was opened in the late 1800. It has a capacity of 1400 seats and here are held operas, ballets and concerts. There is a program of guided tours behind the scenes, on stage and in the royal lounge.

It makes one of the magnificent monuments in Palermo. The Monreale was built in 1172 by King William II. With Moorish-Norman art, the building is one to marvel at. Though the exterior part is attractive, the splendour within is unimaginable. The Romanesque bronze doors conspicuous and one can easily notice them while touring the area.

The Zisa Castle is very well preserved. In its rooms there are some significant artifacts that belong to Islamic art. It is also possible to visit a beautiful garden, completely restored, with its characteristic bathtub and its spells. The Castle gives the opportunity to be visited by everyone thanks to a continued time.

Born in 1910 in the foyer of the Politeama, today it is located in the monumental complex of St. Anne. It houses a permanent collection, comprising 214 works including paintings and sculptures, ranging from Neoclassicism to Italian and Sicilian twentieth century.

One of the oldest theaters in the city, here are held theater productions of various kinds. Officially opened in 1891 with Verdi's Otello, it hosted the maestro Toscanini as conductor. Remarkable is the architecture and the works that adorn it.