Mother Church of Maria Santissima delle Grazie

Il historic center of Mazzarrà Sant'Andrea it is characterized by very characteristic small streets, which hide the secrets of this place rich in history and traditions. While you will enjoy a walk through these paths, it will be easy for you to reach the most important point of interest in the area, the Mother Church of Maria Santissima delle Grazie, for all known simply as Cathedral of Mazzarrà Sant'Andrea.

The building is named after Our Lady of Grace, Patron Saint of Mazzarrà Sant'Andrea, and it is the point from which the annual patronal celebrations of the Feast of Our Lady of Grace, a long-awaited event not only to embrace the Madonna again, but also to rediscover the ancient ones Sicilian traditions that are hidden in appointments like this.

History of the Mother Church of Maria Santissima delle Grazie in Mazzarrà Sant'Andrea

The Mother Church of the Madonna delle Grazie was built in 1766, decidedly more recent than the main places of worship in neighboring countries, which boast much older buildings. Except for some maintenance works, the Cathedral of Mazzarrà Sant'Andrea it underwent one major restoration during its history, which occurred just a few decades ago. However, the architectural style has not changed, so much so that you can still admire the exact same one today eighteenth-century structure.

What has changed over time are its interiors, enriched from time to time by the presence of new works that give it further value. sincenineteenth century, up to the present day, the Mother Church of Maria Santissima delle Grazie is enriched by paintings, statues and marble works created by local artists and not only, among which a Statue of St. Joseph dating back to the early years of the Seventeenth century.

Architecture of the Mother Church of Maria Santissima delle Grazie in Mazzarrà Sant'Andrea

The building of the Cathedral of Mazzarrà Sant'Andrea consists of a single order, very elegant, in which the soft colors alternate along its entire body. Standing in front of its entrance, you can notice a churchyard very large, like a small pizza enriched by mosaics on his floor.
Il wooden portal features high reliefs and a beautiful frame that surrounds it, full of stucco, capitals and decorations.

Above the entrance there is a rectangular window, also provided with a frame that recalls the same style. To the right of the Cathedral, nestled in the facade of the building, is his bell tower, with a quadrangular base, which rises well beyond the body of the Church. The bell tower is made up of four orders, the last three with openings. On top, in addition to the bell cell main, there is also a clock.

As soon as you enter the Mother Church of Maria Santissima delle Grazie, the numerous will stand out in your eyes altars present, each of which is dedicated to one of the most important religious figures for the local faithful, such as the Madonna delle Grazie herself, the Madonna del Carmine, St. Joseph and St. Anthony of Padua.

How to get to the Mother Church of Maria Santissima delle Grazie in Mazzarrà Sant'Andrea

The Mother Church of Maria Santissima delle Grazie is located in the historic center of Mazzarrà Sant'Andrea, therefore easily accessible once you arrive in the town. The municipality is served by Highway 185, on which the buses of Sicilian Transport Company AST.

If you travel by train you can get to the Falcone railway station, located just 8 km away, while if you have to travel by plane to get to Sicily, you can take advantage of the flights that serve theCatania Fontanarossa Airport, located about 120 km from Mazzarrà Sant'Andrea.
Further connections that you can take into consideration are offered by nearby towns, such as the capital itself Messina, about 50 km away, but also from Milazzo and Barcellona Pozzo di Gotto, located about 20 and 12 km from Mazzarrà Sant'Andrea.