Mata & Grifone statues, Town Hall , Messina, Sicily, Italy
Donovan Callaghan
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Italy Mata & Grifone statues, Town Hall , Messina, Sicily

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Giants Mata and Grifone in Messina, Italy
These huge equestrian statues wearing cloth costumes stand between the Palazzo Zanca (city hall) and the harbor. They are the giants of Mata and Grifone (the male soldier), the legendary founders of Messina.

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Travel Information

Park and walk around the area
Spot Type Outdoor
Crowd Factor Just a few people
Best Timing Sunrise in summer
Sunrise & Sunset 05:34 - 20:19 | current local time: 11:59
Photo Themes Architecture Statue Town Hall
Locations Sicily Messina

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