Cathedral of San Biagio in Militello Rosmarino

The eastern part of Militello Rosmarino, also known as Militello Rosmarino Vecchia, represents the historic center of the city, where various points of interest are concentrated that you can admire during your visit.
In these parts there is also the Cathedral of San Biagio, Also known as Mother Church of Militello Rosemary, the city's main place of worship, as well as being the fulcrum of the annual patronal festivities, from which the Feast of St. Blaise.

History of the Cathedral of San Biagio in Militello Rosmarino

The cult of San Biagio, in Militello Rosmarino, has very ancient origins, so much so that a small church in his honor was already present in fifteenth century. At that time, Militello Rosmarino was still a medieval village, characterized by an unmistakable architectural style.

Faith towards San Biagio grew over time, so much so that, during eighteenth century, the church in his honor was entirely restored and enlarged, also thanks to the nomination of San Biagio a Patron Saint of Militello Rosemary, a role which until then had been held by St. Nicholas of Mira, about which there is no particular information.

The Cathedral of San Biagio soon became the point of reference for all believers in the area, where they had the opportunity to gather to celebrate religious functions and pass on local traditions to the new generations, with holidays and anniversaries that are still today Center of the attention.

Architecture of the Cathedral of San Biagio in Militello Rosmarino

The Cathedral of San Biagio is accessed via a churchyard composed of a short staircase that leads up to its monumental entrance portal. This is precisely the detail that stands out the most, thanks to its refined style, rich in decorations and high reliefs, capable of attracting your attention even from afar, given that you will be able to notice it the moment you enter the main road that leads to the 'building.

Above the entrance portal there are two mosaic windows, located on the sides of the facade, just before the pilasters located at the ends. The Cathedral of San Biagio is composed of a single order, which culminates with a pyramidal shape at its top, where you can notice the presence of small sculptures.

As soon as you enter the Mother Church of Militello Rosmarino you will be able to notice its simple and long-limbed plan, structured on a single nave which houses two rows of benches that lead up to thehigh altar.

How to get to the Cathedral of San Biagio in Militello Rosmarino

The Cathedral of San Biagio is located in the historic center of Militello Rosmarino, a medieval village that is easy to reach as it is served by the Provincial Road 161 and not only that, as it is located in the immediate vicinity of other municipalities.

Sant'Agata di Militello is about 9 km away, Capo d'Orlando is located 20 km away, while the capital Messina it is about 100 km from Militello Rosmarino, to which it is also connected thanks to the buses of Azienda Siciliana Trasporti AST.
With trains you can get to the nearby one Sant'Agata di Militello railway station, while if you travel by train to reach Sicily you can land atCatania Fontanarossa Airport, about 130 km away from Militello Rosmarino.