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Benedictine Monastery

Must See

  • Benedictine Monastery
Must See Benedictine Monastery

This impressive monument is a jewel of the late Sicilian Baroque.

It was born in the 16th century as a seat of Benedictine monks, which the chronicles describe lovers of social life, and after various events and reconstructions it is now the headquarters of the Department of Human Sciences of the Catania University.

Duration of Visit: 1 h.

Approximate Time Distance From the Port: 22 min. by foot.


Address Piazza Dante Alighieri 32, Catania

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