Discover the captivating blend of Christian and Islamic art in Monreale. Explore the stunning mosaics of the 12th-century cathedral and visit the monastery and cloister for breathtaking views.
Discover the captivating blend of Christian and Islamic art in Monreale. Explore the stunning mosaics of the 12th-century cathedral and visit the monastery and cloister for breathtaking views.
- Duomo di Monreale - monreale
- Duomo di Monreale - monreale
- Licensed guide included.
- Licensed guide included.
- Private transportation
- Ticket entry
- Private transportation
- Ticket entry
Explore Monreale, situated a mere 5 km away from Palermo and elevated at 310 m on Mount Caputo’s hill. The journey will commence from the town’s emblem, the cathedral, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2015.
The Cathedral is a remarkable architectural marvel of the 12th century, blending different styles from Northern Europe…
Explore Monreale, situated a mere 5 km away from Palermo and elevated at 310 m on Mount Caputo’s hill. The journey will commence from the town’s emblem, the cathedral, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2015.
The Cathedral is a remarkable architectural marvel of the 12th century, blending different styles from Northern Europe architecture, Romanesque art, and Arabic art. Externally, it is ornately decorated with two bronze doors, one by Bonanno da Pisa and the other by Barisano di Trani who also crafted the Ravello door and the Trani cathedral.
Within, it is lit by stunning gold mosaics that peak in the Christ Pantocrator in the apsidal basin, representing the pinnacle of figurative art.
The excursion progresses with a visit to the monastery and the adjacent cloister in the ancient Benedictine monastery, as well as the belvedere offering a view of the valley and the golden orange and citrus groves.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
