Syracuse Cathedral (Duomo di Siracusa) in Syracuse

Syracuse Cathedral (Duomo di Siracusa)

Syracuse, Italy

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Catholic cathedral in Syracuse, Italy

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Whose bones are in Syracuse cathedral?

Lucy. As of 2015 the cathedral holds a number of relics of St. Lucy, the patroness of the city: a number of bone fragments, a robe, a veil, and a pair of shoes.

What is the history of the cathedral in Siracusa?

The cathedral in Syracuse (Siracusa) was built by bishop Zosimo in the 7th century over the Temple of Athena (5th century BC). This was a Doric temple with columns that still can be seen incorporated in the walls of the current church. The roof of the nave is from Norman times, as well as the mosaics in the apses.

What is the most famous church in Sicily?

Palermo Cathedral

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