Messina is the third largest city in Sicily, which is also one of the most frequently visited by tourists. This is due to the presence of a port on the largest coastline of the Mediterranean Sea.
Messina is a city located in the north-eastern part of Sicily. On the Gulf of Messina, separating Sicily from Calabria.
Messina looks best when viewed from above, from the streets climbing the slopes, with the sparkling water and blue Calabria in the background. This view is the best way to take a good photo from this place.
Church of Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani
Several monuments have been preserved in the city. Among other things, the magnificent church of Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani from the 13th century, which combines various architectural styles. the temple stands below street level, a result of past earthquakes.
Cathedral of Messina
Astronomical clock, Messina
It is also worth paying attention to the Cathedral of Messina (Roman Catholic cathedral) and right next to it, the bell tower houses the largest mechanical astronomical clock in the world. It was designed and made by the Ungerer company in Strasbourg and placed in the cathedral’s bell tower in 1933.
Museo Regionale Interdisciplinare di Messina
The Regional Museum in Messina houses various exhibitions presenting artifacts from the Byzantine, Norman and Gothic eras. Beautiful paintings by Girolamo Alibrandi, Alonzo Rodriguez and Mariano Riccio are worth attention. Goro di Gregorio’s sculptures are also beautiful.
Opening hours and tickets for the Regional Museum of Messina The museum is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and additionally on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. On Sundays and holidays from 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.
Pietro Castelli botanical garden
It is worth going to Piazza XX Septembere, where the Pietro Castelli botanical garden is open every day until 12 p.m. There, in a palm grove or among exotic plants, we can relax and recharge our batteries. Admission to the garden is free.
Faro Point or Peloro Cape
Faro Point or Peloro Cape is the northeastern tip of Sicily, located in the district of Messina, northeast of the city. The village is connected to the city center.
The city, located right on the Strait of Messina, is very popular among tourists due to its picturesque surroundings and the temperature, which in summer can reach up to 40℃. Thanks to numerous ferry connections, Messina is easy to get to from the water.
