The Church of the Most Holy Rosary in Lucca Sicula

Lucca Sicula, in the province of Agrigento, is a predominantly agricultural village which however retains some examples of religious architecture really valuable. Among these, for example, is the church of the Santissimo Rosario in Lucca Sicula , one of the two present in the village, which has a particular history and a very beautiful structure, both inside and outside.
Here, then, is all the information that can be useful to visitors who intend to admire the church of the Santissimo Rosario in Lucca Sicula.

History of the Church of the Most Holy Rosary in Lucca Sicula

The church of the Santissimo Rosario in Lucca Sicula was built in 1860 in the lower part of the village, the one intended for the poorest and most humble populations, unlike the Mother Church of the Santissima Maria Immacolata which, on the other hand, is in a prominent position and was intended for the noble classes.
Probably, however, the structure was born on what were the remains of a previous religious structure that had been built in the eighteenth century. Over the centuries the church has undergone renovations and renovations changes even in its original plan. Today it is known above all for keeping the large statues depicting San Michele Arcangelo, protector of the humble, and San Giovanni: both statues are part of the processions that are organized for the Holy Week of Lucca Sicula.

The architecture and any works of art present in the Church of the Santissimo Rosario in Lucca Sicula

The church of the Santissimo Rosario has an a three naves , each of which has its own altar: one is dedicated to the Most Holy Rosary, one to San Michele Arcangelo and one to San Giovanni. Its interior is very simple and essential but in such rigor stands out a copy of a painting made in 1650 depicting the Madonna and Child : the original was once housed in the sacristy while today it is kept in the other church, the Mother Church, located in the upper part of Lucca Sicula.
The outside of the church, on the other hand, is richer. First of all it is to admire the bell tower which has a really beautiful polychrome mosaic decoration. Then there is the churchyard in front of the main door, made entirely of pebbles which instead features the monogram of the Madonna and was created by local artists.

What you can do around the Church of the Santissimo Rosario in Lucca Sicula

Those who go to Lucca Sicula for a visit to the church of the Santissimo Rosario can take advantage of the opportunity to take a tour of the village which certainly deserves a closer look. Obviously, after visiting that of the Most Holy Rosary, it is also worth a visit Church of the Most Holy Mary Immaculate which instead dates back to 1640 and has undergone various alterations and modifications over the decades, to take on today's solemn appearance.
From the point of view of civil architecture, however, there are the remains of Mangano Palace , which is located right next to the Church of the Most Holy Rosary, and which is a noble building built in the early nineteenth century.
The only civil and stately home that has remained standing, however, is Palazzo Lo Cascio , from the same era, which overlooks Piazza Vittorio Emanuele which is the main one of the village. Much of the city life of Lucca Sicula still takes place here today but once upon a time in the square there was also a drinking trough and the market was held. Finally, a visit to the Municipal Library which houses over 8000 volumes and period documents.

How to get to Lucca Sicula

Who wants to reach the village to take a visit Church of the Most Holy Rosary you can easily reach the town by car, given that from Agrigento it is sufficient to take only the SS115 to reach your destination.
Lucca Sicula does not have its own railway station, therefore those wishing to reach it by train will have to refer to the stations of Acquaviva or Campofranco or Cammarata San Giovanni Gemini. From here it will then continue with the bus numbers of the local lines offered by the public company AST.