San Sebastiano, Baroque basilica in Palazzolo Acreide, Italy
The San Sebastiano basilica displays a monumental façade crafted in yellow stone, featuring three distinct orders adorned with paired pilasters and carved portals.
Following the devastating 1693 Val di Noto earthquake, construction of the new basilica began in 1721 and continued until its completion in 1780.
The annual festival from January 20 to 27 includes a procession where the statue travels through streets on a golden cart amid fireworks.
The basilica entrance connects to street level through a grand staircase built in 1877, consisting of two flights totaling 25 steps.
Parents traditionally present their infants to the saint's statue during festivals, with some babies wearing necklaces carrying banknotes for good fortune.
Location: Palazzolo Acreide
Inception: 1721
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Website: https://sansebastiano.org/storia_basilica.html
GPS coordinates: 37.06131,14.90423
Latest update: June 13, 2025 19:03
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