The city of Sant'Agata
In the first days of February 251, during the last phase of the persecution of Decius against non-pagans, the story of the martyrdom of a young Christian girl arrested, tortured and killed for not wanting to sacrifice to the gods of the Empire took place in Catania . A careful investigation into the martyrdom of Sant'Agata between the remains of ancient Roman Catania and the vestiges of the places where the events took place. A journey between faith and reason, between history and legend, tradition and folklore that give life every year to what is considered one of the most important religious holidays in the world.
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The city of Sant'Agata
What's included in The city of Sant'Agata
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Visit of the Cathedral and in particular of the Chapel of Sant'Agata
Museo Diocesano Catania
Possibility to admire the silver fercolo on which the reliquary bust of Sant'Agata is carried in procession, some of the most precious furnishings and votive offerings dedicated to the Patron Saint and finally the magnificent terrace overlooking the city
Basilica Collegiata
Inside this magnificent baroque church, you can admire closely one of the artistic candelore that the guilds of trade and the city districts have dedicated to Sant'Agata
Inclusions
- All entrance tickets to the sites
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- In front of the main entrance of the Cathedral
End Points
- In front of the Roman amphitheater
