Italy Monastero dei Benedettini di San Nicolò l'Arena
The Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena in Catania, Sicily, is a former Benedictine monastery located at Piazza Dante 30. Together with the Palace of Mafra, it ranks among the largest Benedictine monasteries in Europe. It's a really beautiful building now transformed into a university.
Photography Tips
There are many beautiful sights in this building but the most famous are the entrance stairs. Bring a wide angle and a tripod to get a panorama of the stairs and ceiling.
Travel Information
From Palermo, take the A19 motorway toward Catania and follow the signs for the city center. The drive takes around 2,5 to 3 hours. Parking might not be the easiest around the monastery, and cops do wander to check if you paid the parking. If you park on a street, check thoroughly if it's on payment.
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