A few days ago Unesco confered the prestigious humanity heritage status to 9 Sicilian sites: the Arab-Norman Palermo and the Cathedral Churches of Cefalù and Monreale became part of the World Heritage List.
Arab-Norman itineraries vaunts the presence of fascinating monuments known worldwide for their peculiarity and unique beauty.
If you are looking for something special during your holidays in Sicily and you are looking forward to experience Palermo and surroundings’ atmospheres, our villas in the capital of the island are located near the most notable cultural showplaces of the city.
Discover the latest Sicilian entries in the Unesco List:
- Palazzo dei Normanni (Palace of the Normans): the Royal Palace of Palermo;
- Cappella Palatina (Norman Chapel): the private church of the Norman Kings;
- San Giovanni degli Eremiti (St. John of the Hermits): right next to the Royal Palace, the church is famous for its red Arab style domes;
- Martorana and San cataldo: two close churches overlooking Piazza Bellini;
- Zisa: the splendid Arab castle of the town;
- Ponte dell’Ammiraglio: an old Norman bridge;
- Cattedrale di Palermo (Cathedral of Palermo): the perfect example of different styles and cultures in a single monument;
- Duomo di Monreale (Cathedral of Monreale): one of the greatest examples of Norman architecture in the whole world;
- Duomo di Cefalù (Cathedral of Cefalù): especially known and admired for its mosaics and the dominant Christ Pantokrator.
Are you curious and want to know something more about Arab-Norman Palermo, Cefalù and Monreale? Take a look at the Unesco World Heritage List official site.
