About Noto
Noto, Sicily is a radiant jewel of Sicilian Baroque architecture, rebuilt after the 1693 earthquake and now a UNESCO World Heritage site. It's famed for its golden stone buildings, elegant streets, and vibrant cultural life.
- Baroque Rebirth: After the devastating 1693 earthquake, Noto was entirely rebuilt a few kilometers from its original site (Noto Antica). Architects like Rosario Gagliardi, Vincenzo Sinatra, and Paolo Labisi transformed it into a Baroque masterpiece.
- Corso Vittorio Emanuele: The main axis of the city, lined with palaces, churches, and civic buildings in warm tufa stone that glows at sunset. This is where Noto’s theatrical urbanism unfolds.
- Noto Cathedral (Cattedrale di San Nicolò): A monumental stairway leads to this iconic 18th-century cathedral, a symbol of resilience and grandeur.
- Santa Chiara Church: Offers panoramic views from its rooftop terrace—a sublime vantage point over the Baroque skyline.
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