Mother Church of Maria Santissima Annunziata
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Sant'Agata Li Battiati it is, among the Sicilian towns, one of the richest religious history, to the point that you will be able to admire numerous Sacred places scattered throughout its territory.
Among these, one of the main ones that you cannot miss during your visit to the city is the Mother Church of Maria Santissima Annunziata, also known as Mother Church of Sant'Agata Li Battiati. A building that exudes tradition and culture in every corner, a piece of city history that will accompany you on a journey to discover Sant'Agata Li Battiati.
History of the Mother Church of Maria Santissima Annunziata in Sant'Agata Li Battiati
The historical testimonies relating to the Mother Church of Maria Santissima Annunziata are numerous, so much so that incity archive all the letters relating to its construction are preserved, an exchange of letters and documents between the bishop of that period and the masters who took care of the construction.
The Mother Church of Sant'Agata Li Battiati was completed in 1683, designed to become the city's main place of worship, a role that until then had belonged to Chapel of the Veil of Sant'Agata. The passing of the baton took place on February 24, 1683, with an ecclesiastical celebration that remained in the annals.
Over the centuries, numerous restorations have followed the building, but with the aim of preserving its style, still giving you today the opportunity to admire the same architectural style in which it was originally designed.
Architecture of the Mother Church of Maria Santissima Annunziata in Sant'Agata Li Battiati
If you find yourself in front of the Mother Church of Sant'Agata Li Battiati, you can notice an imposing structure that develops on a single order, which is accessed from a churchyard with staircase located between two streets. The body of the building is protected by two large pilasters located on the sides, which give it a well-marked contrast with the predominant colours.
What will stand out most to your eyes is the entrance portal, the absolute protagonist both for its carvings and for the enormous frame that surrounds it, on which a small and elegant window rises.
To the right of the Mother Church is the bell tower of the building, whose bell cell placed at the top is entitled to San Lorenzo, Patron Saint of Sant'Agata Li Battiati, to which the annual is dedicated Patron Saint.
Once you have entered inside you will be presented with the only wash on which the rectangular plan is developed, with walls of white colours which combined with the warm lights create a welcoming atmosphere.
How to get to the Mother Church of Maria Santissima Annunziata in Sant'Agata Li Battiati
The Mother Church of Maria Santissima Annunziata is located in historic center of Sant'Agata Li Battiati, a place well served by road connections.
The town is located in the immediate vicinity of Catania, so you can take advantage of all the connections that accompany the capital, such as Catania Central Railway Station e Catania Fontanarossa Airport, from which you can continue via the buses of Sicilian Transport Company AST, while if you travel by car you can travel the Highway
