Monreale tour
TOUR DETAILS
A tour that will allow you to admire artistic masterpieces of rare beauty! The city of Monreale is one of the most sought after tourist destinations by travelers visiting the beautiful Sicily; in 2015 UNESCO recognized its famous cathedral as a World Heritage Site, including it in the itinerary called “Arab-Norman Palermo and the cathedrals of Cefalù and Monreale”. The whole town rises around its cathedral and represents one of the first examples of a multi-ethnic society, characterized by the presence of Arabs, Byzantines, Normans, Spaniards where each group has given its contribution, also to the architectural development of the city. The cathedral of Santa Maria Nuova is considered one of the most important medieval churches in the world. It combines a variety of styles and truly unique structural originality. But its notoriety is linked to the splendid mosaics that cover all the internal walls: an area of over 6. 400 square meters and over 130 Byzantine mosaics that adorn the church and depict episodes from the Old Testament, the New Testament and the lives of the saints. At the center of the church, in the apse, stands the large mosaic of Christ Pantocrator which, illuminated by the external light, creates a unique visual effect. Due to its size, complexity and richness of styles, it is advisable to visit the cathedral with the accompaniment of an expert guide who can enhance its history and beauty. Adjacent to the cathedral is the cloister of the Monastery of San Benedetto, a Romanesque-style masterpiece, characterized by splendid columns decorated in Arabian style. Also near the cathedral is the interesting Diocesan Museum, which houses collections of paintings, sacred vestments and liturgical objects,
Duration : 2.5 hours
TOUR DAYS: Every day
Departure Time: 9.00 AM (Or to be agreed for private group)
Departure point: pick-up at your facility
POINT OF ARRIVAL : Monreale
PRICE : 50 euros per person (minimum group of 4 people)
THE RATE INCLUDES : transfer with driver, motorway tolls, parking ticket.
THE RATE DOES NOT INCLUDE : Entrance tickets to sites of interest, meals and drinks, guided tour (bookable service on request)
EXTRA COST GUIDED TOUR : 150 euros
The tour may be subject to changes due to the weather or circumstances not attributable to Sicily Tour Experience