Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #2 in Messina, Italy
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1.3 km
44 m
Experience Messina in Italy in a whole new way with our free self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.
Activities in MessinaIndividual Sights in MessinaSight 1: Chiesa del Carmine
The "Sanctuary of Our Lady of Mount Carmel", better known as Carmine Church, is a Roman Catholic church in Via Porta Imperiale, Messina, Sicily. It replaces the former church, which was razed by the 1908 Messina earthquake. Located close to the Tribunal, the Carmine Church was rebuilt in 1930 in the eighteenth century Baroque or Rococo style. Designed by the architect Cesare Bazzani, the church was reconsecrated on 15 July 1931.
Sight 2: Fontana di Gennaro
The Aquarium Fountain - popularly called the fountain of Gennaro - is a monument in Messina, dating back to the early seventeenth century. Initially located at the intersection of the Corso and Via del Collegio, it is now located in the square of the same name, between Corso Cavour and Via XXIV Maggio. After restoration work, in 2015 it was returned to the view of the city.
Sight 3: Concattedrale del Santissimo Salvatore
Sight 4: Chiesa di Santa Caterina di Valverde
The church of Santa Caterina di Valverde, also the church of Santa Caterina Vergine e Martire, is a place of worship in Messina located in Via Centonze near Via Garibaldi. Belonging to the archdiocese of Messina-Lipari-Santa Lucia del Mela, vicariate of Messina Centro under the patronage of the Madonna della Lettera, archpriesthood of Messina, parish of Santa Caterina di Valverde.
Sight 5: Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani
The Church of the Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani is a church in Messina, Sicily Italy. It is an example of Norman architecture in Sicily.
Wikipedia: Church of the Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani (EN)
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