states: [italy]
category: cultural
year: 2002
location: Provinces of Catania, Ragusa, and Syracuse, Sicily
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 36.8931944400, 15.0689166700
visited: 2023
Val di Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Italy, is renowned for its exquisite late Baroque architecture across eight towns rebuilt after a devastating 1693 earthquake. This cohesive ensemble features ornate churches, palaces, and urban layouts, exemplifying 18th-century Sicilian artistry and resilience. Its harmonious design and historical significance make it a standout cultural treasure.
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