The Church of San Pietro in Panarea

The Church of San Pietro in Panarea

The Church of San Pietro in Panarea is the Catholic religious building dedicated to the patron saint of the town, in the municipality of Lipari and island ofAeolian archipelago in the province of Messina.

The Church was built in 1880 and the works ended only much later, in 1924. The inhabitants of Panarea, however, have always been devoted to Saint Peter, Patron of the island and protector of fishermen. Every year, the procession that carries the simulacrum of the Saint through the streets of the island leaves from the Parish of San Pietro in Panarea and the faithful turn to him in prayer, especially the fishermen who ask for the intercession of Saint Peter for abundance and security in fishing.

The devotion of the faithful towards St. Peter has led them in the past centuries to actively collaborate in the construction of the Church to be dedicated to the Saint, without worrying about the sacrifices made for their patron.

The Patronal Feast, with liturgical celebrations in the parish, takes place every year on June 29th.

The architecture of the parish of San Pietro in Panarea and the works it houses

Located along the panoramic road, in the hamlet Saint Peter between the port of Panarea and Punta Milazzese, the Church of San Pietro enjoys a magnificent view of the sea and is surrounded by greenery.

The sacred building is small and has a central body with two floors, flanked by a taller bell tower.
The exteriors are light in color, in harmony with the tones of the earth and with the Aeolian style that predominates in the island architecture of these areas.
The structure is equipped with numerous windows, allowing plenty of light to pass inside: here too the light colors in shades of beige and light blue predominate, even more lit by the sunlight, especially in the upper part of the Church. The floors are instead darker and in contrast.

The Parish of San Pietro in Panarea has a single central body, while along the side walls, framed by white columns, there are niches in which it is possible to admire artistic works and sacred furnishings.

What to do in the parish of San Pietro in Panarea and in the surrounding area

At the Parish of San Pietro in Panarea it is possible to attend Mass at the established times, gathering in prayer with the faithful of the community, while at other times it is possible to visit the small Church, which can be reached with a delightful walk through alleys, flowers and gardens the sea.

Those arriving in Panarea for a beach holiday will also be able to discover the numerous artistic and natural beauties of the island: in addition to the Church of San Pietro, in Panarea there is the Church of the Assunta, the first parish of the community, built in the XNUMXth century .

In the port area there are instead the main hotels of the island, bars and restaurants where you can spend pleasant hours of relaxation and taste the local cuisine, with fish-based dishes and a wonderful view of the crystalline sea. Between luxurious shops and exclusive clubs, the San Pietro district welcomes tourists, offering them great comforts and opportunities for entertainment.

From the Port to Punta Milazzese, the panoramic road winds its way along which the Parish Church of San Pietro is also located: reaching the destination, one arrives at the Prehistoric village of Punta Milazzese, an archaeological site not to be missed for those arriving on the island: the hill overlooking the sea is home to the ancient settlement of 23 stone huts dating back to the XNUMXth century BC which archeology enthusiasts will find of great interest. Furthermore, those who want to learn more about the history of the island can go to the Museum of Lipari Luigi Bernabò Brea, where all the departments found during the excavations of the archaeological site are kept.

Naturally, those staying in Panarea will find some of the most beautiful beaches in Sicily: in the North, the Limestone beach and South Cala Junco and Cala degli Zimmari, are some of the most beautiful beaches of Panarea; those who want to discover the splendid sea of ​​Panarea from a more unusual point of view can book a boat trip directly to the Port. Small boats also depart from here with destination Basiluzzo and Lisca Bianca, which can only be reached by fishing boats.

To protect the scenic beauty of the island, the Isola di Panarea and Scogli di Viciniori Nature Reserve was established in 1997, which extends over an area of ​​about 283 hectares and allows you to admire rocks and islets protected by the sea.

How to get to the parish of San Pietro in Panarea

The Parish of San Pietro is located along the panoramic road of the district of the same name in the municipality of Lipari, on the island of Panarea in the province of Messina.

The island can be reached by hydrofoil, disembarking directly at the Port of Panarea from Milazzo or Naples. The Church is only 650 meters from the port and can be reached on foot.

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