Looking for a breathtaking experience? Look no further than the Basilica and Co-Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta in Gerace. This stunning Norman cathedral, with Byzantine influences, will leave you in awe. Don't miss the impressive crypt and the small diocesan museum, included in the ticket price of only 3 euros.
The exterior resembles a fortress, while the interior, with its three aisles and Norman art, is historically significant. The crypt houses a remarkable 18th-century fresco of the Virgin and Child, along with the mosaic of Platytera, created in 2006 by Nikolaos Houtos using golden tesserae.
After exploring the church, make sure to visit the Diocesan Museum, a true highlight of the complex. Marvel at the collection of art and artifacts that bridge the ancient city of Locri with the present-day village of Gerace. And don't forget to admire the Chapel of Madonna dell'Itria, a hidden gem. This is the largest church in the region and a must-visit attraction.
Discover the majestic Basilica and Co-Cathedral!
Address: Via Duomo, 28, 89040 Gerace RC, Italia
Opening hours: lunedì: 09:30–12:45, 15:00–19:00, martedì: 09:30–12:45, 15:00–19:00, mercoledì: 09:30–12:45, 15:00–19:00, giovedì: 09:30–12:45, 15:00–19:00, venerdì: 09:30–12:45, 15:00–19:00, sabato: 09:30–12:45, 15:00–19:00, domenica: 09:30–12:45, 15:00–19:00.
