Santa Maria della Valle di Iosaphat

The church features Gothic architecture with a pointed arch portal, decorated pilasters, and a merlionated roofline resembling fortress elements.

Countess Adelasia da Monferrato commissioned the construction of this church in 1072, during the Norman period of Sicily's history.

The interior contains artistic elements from different periods, including a wooden ceiling from the 16th century and altar paintings from the 1600s.

Located at coordinates 37.565822, 14.894717, visitors can access the church by climbing broad basaltic stairs leading to its entrance.

The church served as both a religious building and a military fortress, evident in its defensive architectural features and strategic position.

Location: Paternò

Architectural style: Chiaramonte style

GPS coordinates: 37.56582,14.89472

Latest update: March 6, 2025 13:46