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[paramedicabroad]

Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto

Embark with me on a digital journey through the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto in Sicily, Italy. Let's explore the sun-kissed landscapes and architectural gems that define this enchanting region, where late Baroque masterpieces rise like phoenixes from the ashes of earthquakes, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural tapestry of Sicily.

In 2002, the Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto received UNESCO World Heritage status, recognizing the exceptional cultural value of these towns. This designation celebrates the meticulous restoration efforts that have preserved the unique architectural heritage of the region.

Discover the story of the Val di Noto, a region that faced devastation due to a series of earthquakes in the late 17th century. In the aftermath, towns like Noto, Ragusa, and Modica were meticulously rebuilt in the opulent late Baroque style, showcasing a resilience that transformed tragedy into architectural triumph.

Wander through the streets of Noto, the crown jewel of the Val di Noto. Marvel at the harmonious blend of honey-colored limestone buildings adorned with ornate balconies, churches, and palaces. The Cathedral of Noto, dedicated to Saint Nicholas, stands as a sublime example of Sicilian Baroque grandeur.

Explore Ragusa, a town split into Ragusa Ibla and Ragusa Superiore. Ragusa Ibla, the lower town, is a labyrinth of charming alleys and historic churches, while Ragusa Superiore boasts elegant squares and aristocratic palaces. The Cathedral of San Giorgio dominates the skyline with its grandeur.

Step into Scicli, a town that has served as a backdrop for numerous films and TV series. Its architectural wonders, such as the Church of San Matteo and the Palazzo Beneventano, create a cinematic canvas that transports visitors to a bygone era of opulence.

Indulge your senses in Modica, a town renowned for its traditional chocolate-making techniques and splendid Baroque architecture. Traverse the narrow streets and staircases leading to the Cathedral of San Giorgio, a masterpiece that captivates with its intricate facade.

Immerse yourself in the cultural festivals that celebrate the Baroque splendors of the Val di Noto. Events like the Infiorata in Noto, where intricate flower carpets adorn the streets, showcase the vibrant traditions and artistic richness of this UNESCO-listed region.

In conclusion, the Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto beckon us to a world where resilience, beauty, and culture converge. When you're ready for a digital exploration of Sicily's Baroque treasures, Val di Noto promises to enchant and inspire. 🏰🌺✨🇮🇹

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[allisonscola]

I can't emphasis enough how significant the infamous earthquakes of 1693 were to eastern Sicily. First of all, it wasn't just one day or one event. "The earthquake" was a series of tremors that started on January 9, 1693 with a hypothetical 6.2 magnitude (There was no Richter Scale at the time.) followed by a hypothetical 7.4 quake at 9PM on January 11, 1693. Etna erupted. A tsunami struck the Ionian coast of eastern Sicily from the Strait of Messina to Portopalo di Capo Passero. There were aftershocks for more than a year and a half later with an estimated 60,000 deaths. The entirety of eastern Sicily experienced destruction with most of the damage in the Val di Noto. Catania, Ragusa, Siracusa, Noto, Modica, Palazzolo Acreide, Scicli, Caltagirone, Augusta, and many, many other towns would never be the same. What grew out of the tragedy was a now-recognized-by-UNESCO architectural style unique to Sicily, the late Sicilian Baroque of the Val di Noto. #experiencesicily #sicily #scicli #ragusa #earthquake #terramoto #valdinoto #sicilianhistory #UNESCO #sicilia #siciliabedda #italy #italia #sicilyvacation #sicilians_world #ig_sicily #igerssicilia #instasicilia #gf_italy #siculamenteDoc #sicily_tricolors #ig_visitsicily #Sicilia_PhotoGroup #smallgrouptours #traveltogether #authenticsicily #smallgrouptoursitaly #whatsicilyis #viverlasicilia #sicilytour (at Scicli) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnQz1HAM15W/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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[piramiderossa]

#bellezza #dettagli #architettura #arte e tanta #storia…#noto #capitale del #baroccosiciliano…da #visitare !!! #arttravel #arttours #tourist #photography #valdinoto #igersitalia #igerssicilia #igerssiracusa #igersnoto #ig_italy #suditalia #siciliadascoprire #volgoitalia #volgosicilia #volgosiracusa #amarelarte #cittadarte #patrimoniounesco (presso Noto, Sicily) https://www.instagram.com/p/CSwEahQqQaK/?utm_medium=tumblr

[reginacavaispica]

View of the church San Francesco d’Assisi from Palazzo Ducezio in Noto, Sicily. #noto #valdinoto #palazzoducezio #antique, Barocco #baroque #view #views #amazingview #sicily #italy #visit (presso Sicilia, Italy)

[habemusendrius]

Sicilian baroque style arose to prominence after a massive earthquake (in 1693) and became the distinctive feature of Val di Noto historic cities #scicli #sicily #siciliansummer #sicilianbaroque #valdinoto #italy (presso Chiesa di San Bartolomeo, Scicli) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEMocL_FR1I4ff6Xl4EJtxMUyDKbLlYXEvLv7Q0/?igshid=165ejkkxo1vht

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[adventureswithsarah]

A large portion of southeast Sicily was destroyed by and earthquake in 1693. Noto was a city rebuilt all at once, designed in Baroque style and actually organized! Lovely. - - #siciliagram #touristguide #tours #travelitaly #ilikeitaly #architecturelovers #baroque #baroquestyle #noto #ig_noto #valdinoto #sicilian #travel #italytravel #sicily #elegance #architecture #travelgram #travelblog #adventure #explore #sicilianplace #cityscape #cathedral #sicilianjourney #exploreitaly #travelgirl (at Noto Cathedral)

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[alfanaza]

Duomo di San Giorgio #Modica #Italia #Italy #Sicilia #Sicily #duomo #Unesco #unescoworldheritage #unescoheritage #barocco #baroque #baroquestyle #valdinoto #Ragusa #arte #architecture #architettura #archilovers #architecturelovers #baroccosiciliano #beniculturali30 #valdinotosicily #cloudy #cloudyday #clouds #cloudysky (presso Duomo of San Giorgio, Modica)

[allisonscola]

After a magnitude (hypothetical) 6.2 foreshock on January 9, 1693, at 9PM on January 11, 1693 the earth shook in southeastern Sicily like it hasn't since. Etna was erupting, and a tsunami struck the Ionian coasts of eastern Sicily and the Strait of Messina. We don't know the exact scope of the earthquake's power according to today's Richter scale, but scholars believe it was a 7.4. The earthquake, which had aftershocks until more than a year and a half later, is considered to have been responsible for about 60,000 deaths. The entirety of eastern Sicily experienced destruction (Sadly, apropos, equivalent to the size of Puerto Rico.), with the most damage in the Val di Noto, including the city of Catania and the civic centers Ragusa, Siracusa, Noto, Modica, Palazzolo Acreide, Scicli, Caltagirone, and Augusta, to name a few. Reconstruction after the event led to an architectural rebirth of the region that today we know as the Late Sicilian Baroque, pictured here in the town of Scicli. #earthquake #valdinoto #terremoto #scicli #ragusa #baroque #sicilianbaroque #barocco #piazza #UNESCO #experiencesicily #sicily #sicilia #siciliabedda #italy #italia #sicilyvacation #sicilians_world #ig_sicily #igerssicilia #instasicilia #gf_italy #siculamenteDoc #sicily_tricolors #ig_visitsicily #Sicilia_PhotoGroup #smallgrouptours #traveltogether #whatsicilyis (at Scicli) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7KsLKYjK_B/?igshid=hrnq6o2e0lbu

[knulp71]

al tramonto continua a cambiare colore, e il cellulare appiattisce le sfumature 😞 #cattedraledinoto #siciliabarocca #valdinoto #noto #baroque #worldheritage #patrimoniounesco (presso Cattedrale di Noto) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz4yPE9iFCj/?igshid=mh5iscpwzzj

[homesudhome-blog]

. Another weekend in Sicily has started! . @homesudhome RealEstate Is ready to let you live your Sicilian Dream in Noto. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ . Take a look at our website👉[link in bio] www.homesudhome.com . #sicily #homesudhome #homesudhomerealestate #nature #valdinoto #landscape #sun #realestate #luxury #luxuryrealestate #architecture #property #dreams #propertymanagement #livinginsicily #luxurylife #barocco #italy #instarealestate #luxuryhome #beautiful #newhome #green #siciliabedda #islandlife #beach #sea #instagram #landscape #green . ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ . ☎️ Contact for your building needs!! info@homesudhome.it | +39 0931 891681 (presso Sicilia, Italy) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt9Caa_gakG/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=zo8152rukah0