Catania Rainbow
- 2:00 h
- 2 KM
- Easy
A walk along the streets of the city of Catania to discover characteristic places.
A way to pay tribute to Pride Month by making its own contribution in an itinerary that moves in a continuum between the memory of the past, the achievements of the present and the goals of the future. A path to gain awareness of the LGBTQIA+ community’s history, identity, recognition and social acceptance.
Catania Arcobaleno is a path that groups together the historical and socializing places of the Catania LGBTQIA+ community.
Inside you will find the places linked to the dramatic story of the “forty-five iarrusi” subjected to confinement during the fascist regime in San Domino, in the Tremiti Archipelago, because of their sexual orientation, along with places considered “safe” frequented by the community where socialization and finding support is facilitated.
Are you ready? Live your coloured experience with Catania Rainbow.
Arvulu Rossu Tree
A symbol of extreme importance that unites past, present and future in an unbreakable thread. First stop on the Catania Rainbow, a highly symbolic place linked to the memory of the forty-five “Iarrusi.”
A place symbolic of a past sociality, forbidden and lived in hiding by a part of the Catanese citizenry.
Gammazita
Cultural and social promotion association committed to urban regeneration and promoting processes of inclusion. An area where you can have a drink, socialize and feel safe at the same time.
Ideal for a relaxing time in an inclusive and socially active place.
Cinema
The Cinema’s long history is linked to its recreational activities, now considered unconventional. For this activity it has long been the perfect place to meet new partners.
Symbol of LGBTQIA+ friendly and a free sexuality.
Only-men Ballroom
A recreational place for the LGBT community of the last century of extreme importance. Safe place from which the forty-five “iarrusi” were forcefully taken.
Symbolic place of recreation for the LGBT community in the last century.
Buio
Buio Wine cocktail bar & food is an LGBTQIA+ friendly venue located in the heart of Catania, between University Square and the Alessi Stairways.
Perfect for a LGBTQIA+ friendly cocktail in the heart of Catania.
Scalinata Alessi
A strategic point in which to observe the heart of the city’s Baroque art, which in recent years has become a meeting place for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Symbol of gathering for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Trame di quartiere and San Berillo
A Vital, safe and gathering core for the LGBTQI+ community. Subject of the goals of the Association Trame di Quartiere to give a new cultural imput to the current context of the district, creating a “bridge” between past and present.
Vital, safe and gathering core for the LGBTQI+ community on a continuum between past and present.
Arcigay Pegaso Catania
Arcigay aims to protect the rights of LGBTQIA+ people. A new home where people can feel safe, study, socialize and participate in discussions related to LGBTQIA+ issues.
Perfect for studying, socializing and participating in discussions related to LGBTQIA+ issues.