🏰 Enna Cathedral: A Masterpiece at the Top of Sicily

Perched at over 1,000 meters in Sicily’s heart, Enna is the island’s highest medieval city—and its Duomo (Cathedral) is a breathtaking fusion of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque artistry. ✨ Why This Cathedral Stands Out 1️⃣ UNESCO "Place of Peace" (since 2008) 2️⃣ Built in just 4 years (1307–1311)—a medieval speed record! 3️⃣ Art overload: Gold-leaf ceilings, frescoed chapels, and a 14th-century marble pulpit 📜 History in Stone Facade: Twin bell towers frame a Baroque portal added in the 1700s. Interior: Wooden choir stalls carved with Biblical scenes Silver altarpiece dedicated to Mary (weighs 1+ ton!) "Madonna della Visitazione": A venerated Byzantine icon 🎭 Festivals & Secrets July 2: Feast of the Visitation—locals parade the Madonna icon through Enna’s steep alleys. Dec 16–Jan 6: Christmas lights transform the piazza into a living Nativity scene. Hidden gem: The crypt holds mummified bishops (ask a guide politely!). 📍 Practical Tips Parking: Near Piazza Vittorio Emanuele (5-min walk) Best light: 3–5 PM when sun slants through the rose window Pair with: Lombardy Castle (500m away) for epic views #SicilianGothic #Enna #SlowTravelItaly