🇮🇹 Palermo Church Hopping Guide: A Sicilian Cultural Cocktail
Like all Mediterranean crossroads, Sicily’s layer-cake history (Roman, Arab, Norman, and more) birthed architectural wonders—now UNESCO gems. Start your Sicilian adventure in Palermo, where churches tell tales of conquest and fusion. ⛪ Must-See Churches 1️⃣ Chiesa del Gesù di Casa Professa 🎫 FREE Sicily’s Baroque queen—humble outside, explosion of marble, frescoes, and gold inside. Palermo’s best-kept secret! 2️⃣ Cappella Palatina 🎫 €10 (€8 for teachers/18-25yr) Arab-Norman-Byzantine mashup: Islamic wood ceilings + Norman mosaics. ⚠️ Triple queue hell (ticket → palace → chapel). Worth it, but pack patience! 3️⃣ Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio 🎫 €2 (€1 students) Byzantine gold mosaics meet Baroque flair. Budget-friendly bling. 4️⃣ Santa Caterina d'Alessandria 🎫 €10 (church + cloister + rooftop) Baroque overload + best city views. No backtracking—explore fully before climbing! 💰 Pro Tip: Only Santa Maria needs cash (€1-2 coins). Others accept cards! #SicilianSoul #BaroqueOrBust #PalermoChurches #CulturalRemix #TravelForArt