Cefalù Cathedral, Norman cathedral in Cefalù, Italy
The cathedral features twin towers on its west facade and contains extensive Byzantine mosaics on the walls of its central apse.
King Roger II commissioned the construction of this cathedral in 1131 after surviving a dangerous storm during a sea voyage.
The cathedral stands as a prime example of Norman-Byzantine architecture, incorporating Latin, Greek, and Arabic artistic influences in its design.
The cathedral maintains regular visiting hours from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with restricted access during religious services and ceremonies.
The central apse contains a monumental mosaic of Christ Pantocrator, measuring 13 meters in height, created by Byzantine masters.
Location: Cefalù
Inception: 1131
Architectural style: Byzantine architecture
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Part of: Arab-Norman Palermo and the Cathedral Churches of Cefalú and Monreale
Website: http://diocesimessina.it
GPS coordinates: 38.03984,14.02341
Latest update: August 29, 2025 20:44
Sicily combines Greek temples, Roman mosaics, and Norman churches on an island at the crossroads of Europe and Africa. The archaeological sites document over two thousand years of history, from the Doric columns in Agrigento to the Byzantine domes in Palermo. This collection includes the Temple of Concordia, whose preserved structure ranks among the finest examples of Greek architecture outside Greece, and the Villa Romana del Casale with its extensive fourth-century floor mosaics. The region also offers natural sites such as the active volcano Mount Etna and coastal reserves like Zingaro. Palermo displays multiple eras simultaneously, from the medieval Palazzo dei Normanni to the nineteenth-century Teatro Massimo. Syracuse preserves its ancient past on the island of Ortigia and in the Necropolis of Pantalica, while towns such as Modica and Cefalù present medieval old quarters and Norman cathedrals. The Aeolian Islands complement the mainland with volcanic landscapes and the active Stromboli.
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