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.

References:

Wikipedia

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

en.wikipedia.org

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Martin Amice (11 months ago)
Authentic and beautiful

Yoss Valensi (13 months ago)
Amazing views

Derek Wong (19 months ago)
Fantastic views from the top.

Edel Mifsud (2 years ago)
Not very much decorated but still nice

emdjed islem (2 years ago)
Divine and great view over the baroque city of Ragusa, one of the best old cities in Sicily. Walked a lot to reach it but that worth the effort. I strongly recommend it this UNESCO heritage (since 2002).

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