Mother Church of San Giuseppe Jato

San Giuseppe Jato, Metropolitan City of Palermo, Archdiocese of Monreale: following these directions, it is easy to find the Mother Church of San Giuseppe Jato in Corso Umberto I, in the heart of the town.

The Mother Church of San Giuseppe Jato was consecrated to Most Holy Redeemer and San Nicolò di Bari, immediately after the end of the works for its construction, in 1922. The peculiarity of this building, however, lies precisely in the long history of its construction, which began in 1792 and continued for 130 years. In 1838 the situation of the building was further complicated by the landslide which caused numerous damages to the structure and the works finally resumed in 1848.

In this Church the cult of Saint Joseph, to whom several works are dedicated.

The architecture of the Mother Church of San Giuseppe Jato and what it houses

The Mother Church of San Giuseppe Jato has a basilica plan. The building is made up of three naves and externally the dome stands out with 7 windows, which let in daylight.

Lo style of the Church, although influenced by different currents, is predominantly neoclassic, as we can see especially inside the building. If on the outside the Church appears linear and simple, but characterized by two lateral towers, on the inside the sacred building is divided into three naves, where marble, stucco, frescoes, sacred paintings and statues stand out. The main colors are white and brown, but there are also shades of sky blue on the vault of the dome.

Among the most valuable works that can be admired, we highlight the presence of three works from 1910 by the Paduan, with a sacred theme and representing the Annunciation of Mary, the Nativity and the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple.

What to do at the Church of the Santissimo Redentore in San Giuseppe Jato and the surrounding area

Entering the Mother Church of San Giuseppe Jato, you will not only encounter the paintings by the Paduan, but also decorations by the Brusca brothers, statues by the Genoese and popularly made, works of art carved in marble or painted on the smooth walls of the side naves of the Church Mother: dwelling on each work will be a real pleasure for all art history enthusiasts, while the faithful on holiday will be able to attend Mass, immersed in this wonderful setting, which facilitates reflection and prayer.

About stays in San Giuseppe Jato, you will also have the opportunity to visit the historical center of the village, discovering the other churches in the village, such as the Church of the Madonna del Carmelo. In San Giuseppe, history has left its mark, as you will discover by visiting the farms around the center, especially the beautiful one Masseria Chiusa with its gardens.

From San Giuseppe Jato it is also possible to reach many tourist attractions that are located in the immediate vicinity of the town, such as the Cathedral of San Demetrio Megalomartire and Nicola Barbato Civic Museum a Piana degli Albanesi, but also the 'Archaeological Area of ​​Monte Jato and Sanctuary of Maria Santissima Addolorata of Romitello. They are not far away roccamena, Lake Garcia and Lake Poma, as well as the center of Ficuzza with the forest where you can admire the King's Pulpit, an itinerary between history and nature, which will lead you to discover the fortress of Ferdinand IV of Bourbon and the Coda di Curly.

From San Giuseppe Jato, Palermo is just 30 km away, a very short journey that will take you to the marvelous capital of Sicily: take the opportunity to discover all the flavors of the city, tasting the delicacies of the traditional cuisine, from pasta with sardines to baked pasta, from boiled octopus to beccafico sardines, invariably concluding every meal with an amazing Sicilian cannoli.

How is it possible to get to the Mother Church of San Giuseppe Jato

San Giuseppe Jato, in the Metropolitan City of Palermo, can be easily reached by car or train.
Who prefers the car, via the A29 Palermo-Mazara del Vallo, you will be in the town turning at the exit for Partinico-Trappeto, just 13 km from the centre; whoever prefers the train, you can get off at the Palazzo Reale-Orleans station in Palermo, about 21 km from San Giuseppe and continue your journey by bus or shuttle.