Santa Maria delle Scale

Ragusa, Italy

Santa Maria delle Scale was built by the Cistercian monks of the Abbey of Santa Maria di Roccadia in Lentini, in the first half of the 13th century, in a Gothic style. In the second half of the 18th century, because of the increase of the population, the building was enlarged and largely rebuilt in a Baroque style.

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Religious sites in Italy

Address

Largo Santa Maria 6, Ragusa, Italy

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in Italy

More Information

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User Reviews

Carlos Lopez-Barillas (12 months ago)
Beautiful views of Ragusa Ibla, excellent at dusk or late afternoon sun is setting right behind you best time for photos

Tapir Trương (14 months ago)
Very beautiful place for the view point of Ragusa !

Pong Natthwut (14 months ago)
Impressive & Stunning church in Ragusa. Don't miss to visit!!

Andrei Bacos (17 months ago)
A nice spot to see the Ragusa old town from above

Raffaele Murgia (2 years ago)
It was built by the Cistercian monks of the Abbey of Santa Maria di Roccadia in Lentini, in the first half of the 13th century, in a Gothic style. In the second half of the 18th century, because of the increase of the population, the building was enlarged and largely rebuilt in a Baroque style.

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