Culture

The wonderful nineteenth century residence in via Teatro Greco – loved by many artists and travelers – was in English style and surrounded by a very suggestive and natural park. … read more

The Church of St. Catherine was built in Baroque style in Taormina pink marble in the first half of 1600 on the ruins of the Odeon. Inside the church, there is the marble statue of St. Catherine and are still visible the Greek-Roman ruins. … read more

Corvaja palace was built between 902 and 1079 on the ruins of the Roman Forum. The building that belongs to different architectural eras, is today the seat of the Museum of Art and Popular Traditions, which was founded in 1997. … read more

Built in the thirteenth century on the ruins of an existing church, the Cathedral is dedicated to St. Nicholas of Bari. The “Fortress Cathedral” has a simple structure full of exterior fortification elements typical of medieval buildings. … read more

The former church and monastery of the Hermits of St. Augustine since 1933 hosts the Municipal Library St. Augustine. The Library has a great artistic and cultural heritage made of art works and a collection of books of more than 22,000 volumes. … read more

The church of St. Anthony, patron saint of animals, was built in 1330. Its façade has architectural elements belonging to different age; influences of Gothic art, elements of baroque and Byzantine unite around the splendid portal. … read more

Villa Caronia is a predominantly red house surrounded by terraces and paths, rich in flowers, plants and fruit trees. Thanks to its dominant position on the bay of Taormina and Naxos, from here you can enjoy beautiful and unique view. … read more

Surrounded by ancient buildings and typical shops, the street leads from Piazza Badia to the Greek Theatre. Here there is a beautiful staircase dedicated to Timoleon, Corinth General, that imitates that of the Trinità dei Monti in Piazza di Spagna in Rome. … read more

Taormina Saracen Castle is situated on the rock of Mount Taurus; it is possible to get to it through a staircase carved in the rock. As for the tradition, this ancient castle dates back to the Arab period and its main characteristic was the invicibility. … read more

This church can be reached via a short staircase near Porta Catania, in Corso Umberto. The church was completely destroyed by the bombing that hit Taormina in 1943. Uptoday it is used as an auditorium and exhibition hall. … read more

A few kilometers from Taormina is Giardini Naxos, the first Greek colony in Sicily (its origin dates back to 735 BC). In the city and in the archaeological museum of Giardini Naxos there are many evidences of the Greek population’ influence. … read more

Along the Ionian coast, Letojanni is the ideal place for pleasant stay thanks to its pebbles beaches and clear sea. HISTORY. Until the first half of the eighteenth century, Letojanni was … read more

Oldest and best preserved monument of Taormina, the Greek Theatre is located on a panoramic spot from which you can admire Etna and the Ionian Sea. The Greek Theatre, the second of Sicily for dimensions after that of Siracusa, has emerged on the international scene as unique and fascinating setting for awards and cultural events. … read more

Built in the second century AD, people believed that the monument was a stage intended for naval battles. Actually the building is a monumental fountain with waterworks. Its structure was used as a foundation for modern homes. … read more

HISTORY. Its name, a reduction of Antico Casale d’Agrilla, evokes the “fortress”. This town perched on the hill at about 420 meters above sea level, developed around a castle at the … read more

Donated in 1806 to the City of Taormina from Ferdinand I of Bourbon, the beauty and charm of Isola Bella have led it to be considered one of the symbols of Taormina. Along with “Villa Caronia”, it is part of the Regional Natural Museum. … read more

The Odeon is a small theater built in the second century AD on an oldest Greek temple, now hidden by the Church of St. Catherine. The theater, built in Roman times, hosted the musical and literary events intended for the elite of the city. … read more

HISTORY. Savoca is a charming village at 300 meters above sea level, surrounded by the torrents Savoca and Agrò, apparently founded by Count Ruggero II in 1134. However, before 1000 it … read more

The main street of Taormina is dedicated to Umberto I of Savoy. Bordered by Porta Messina and Porta Catania, it shows buildings belonging to styles from different eras. … read more

Palazzo Ciampoli was built in 1412 as carved on the main entrance. Until a few years ago the building has housed a famous nightclub of Taormina. Today, it is possible to admire the main entrance and the beautiful stairway. … read more