Introducing Noto
Flattened in 1693 by an earthquake, Noto was grandly rebuilt by its nobles. It is now the finest baroque town in Sicily, especially appreciable at night when the illuminations introduced in 2006 accentuate its beauty and intricately carved façades. The baroque masterpiece is the work of Rosario Gagliardi and his assistant, Vincenzo Sinatra, local architects who also worked in Ragusa and Modica. Recently added to Unesco’s list of World Heritage sites, Noto’s fragile sandstone buildings are currently undergoing extensive restoration. On 16 March 1996 the town was horrified when the roof and dome of the cathedral collapsed during a thunderstorm – luckily it was 10.30pm and the cathedral was empty. In June 2007 the cathedral finally reopened after lengthy reconstruction.
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Last updated: Mar 2, 2009
Thorn Tree forum discussion
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RE: Sicily itinerary
by TPAL 08 September 2011
We have made this travel the last week. We spent there 8 days and with a car it is time enough to make a tour by the island. Our itinerary…
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RE: Sicily itinerary
by seaneendubh 07 September 2011
I would rethink the whole hassle of hiring a car, as public transport in Sicily (or anywhere) is only the second-best way to view the…
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RE: southern italy
by MTL 27 August 2011
> will rent apartment for a week in Sicily - recommendations for the best seaside village to base ourselves would be appreciated Cefalu…
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