Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena, Benedictine monastery in Nicolosi, Italy.
The monastery features a small portico with frescos and displays architectural elements crafted from local lava stone and white stone materials.
The monastery, established in 1359, underwent reconstruction after the 1669 Mount Etna eruption that affected the entire surrounding region.
The monastic complex includes crenellated walls and a Baroque entrance arch displaying the official coat of arms of the religious order.
Visitors can reach the monastery by taking the A19 highway from Palermo to Catania, then following SP10 Gravina Etna exit towards Nicolosi.
The monastery stands at the base of Mount Etna, incorporating building materials from volcanic deposits into its structural elements.
Location: Nicolosi
GPS coordinates: 37.63094,15.02231
Latest update: March 3, 2025 10:26
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