Santa Maria La Vetere, Medieval church in Militello in Val di Catania, Italy.
The church combines Gothic, Mannerist, and early Baroque architectural elements with a polychrome Gothic portal and medieval capitals throughout the structure.
The Normans constructed this religious building around 1090 on a sacred site that previously contained a Christian cemetery from late ancient times.
The church holds the sarcophagus of Blasco II Barresi, created in the 15th century and attributed to the craftsmanship of Domenico Gagini.
The church stands in the historical center of Militello in Val di Catania, with visits requiring verification of opening hours and religious service schedules.
Within the church, visitors find the Spirit Santo Crypt, an underground oratory containing numerous Templar symbols and burials from different periods.
Location: Militello in Val di Catania
GPS coordinates: 37.27101,14.79750
Latest update: March 3, 2025 05:20
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