Sant'Ignazio all'Olivella

Palermo, Italy

The Church of Saint Ignatius is located in the ancient neighbourhood of the Olivella, within the historic centre of Palermo.

The church belongs to the Congregation of the Oratory of Saint Philip Neri and was built starting in 1598. It is located near the former house of the congregation, now Regional Archeological Museum Antonio Salinas, and the Saint Catherine Oratory. It is believed that during 12th century Saint Rosalia, patron saint of Palermo, has lived in this area together her family.

References:

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Religious sites in Italy

Address

Piazza Olivella 24, Palermo, Italy

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Details

Founded: 1598
Category: Religious sites in Italy

More Information

en.wikipedia.org

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Elitsa Donkova (2 years ago)
Incredible place where you can admire the beauty and the mighty of the Catholic Church

Mr M F (2 years ago)
First visit of the Sicily tour. The Catholic church certainly knows how to do places of worship they must rake in millions every week around the world.

Caoimhe Goggins (2 years ago)
Unbelievable place, never seen anything like it ?

Santhawat W.Pawit (2 years ago)
Outside is same as other church. But inside is heaven. How is amazing of color mable stone. You cannot imagine it.

Okan Akçay (2 years ago)
Impressive view from the alley.

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