Church of Santa Caterina in Italy, Sicily resort
Rating: 8,5/10 (695 votes)  The Basilica of Santa Caterina is located in the historical part of Palermo, it is part of a monastery complex founded in the XIV century by Dominican monks. The construction of the church was started in 1566, and ended only at the end of the XVI century. The choir and dome were erected in the 17th and 19th centuries. Thanks to the special arrangement of the main hall, the nuns could take part in the liturgy without being noticed. The interior of the church is decorated with frescoes and luxurious marble finishes that harmoniously fit into the supporting architectural elements. Such famous painters as Vito d ’ Anna, Filippo Randazzo and others were involved in decorating the church. canvases such as The Triumph of Saint Catherine," We also recommend reading Church of Magione in Italy, Sicily resort Topic: Church of Santa Caterina in Italy, Sicily resort. |
