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Ragusa is interesting for both its artistic and historical heritage. Set on a wide limestone hill
between two deep valleys (the Cava San Leonardo and the Cava Santa Domenica) it is divided into two distinct areas
Ragusa Ibla (the lower side) and Ragusa (the upper side) separated by the so-called valle dei ponti (valley of the bridges).
A deep valley that is crossed by four successive bridges among which one of the bridges is
known as dei cappuccini of the (Capuchins) dating from the 18th century and is especially renowned across Sicily
After the 1693’s earthquake the residents settled on the site known as Ibla -
Today its medieval layout and lovely baroque architecture is a most attractive
historical centre and a major visiting area for many tourists. Ragusa Ibla was founded
on the site of the town of ancient Sikel (Hybla Herea) of which remains have been
identified as the rectangular burial niches of the Gonfalone valley
When visiting Ragusa one should start with the Basilica of San Giorgio
an impressive specimen of Sicilian baroque. The church was erected in 1775 by Rosario Gagliardi
a well-known architect from Siracusa. The church offers an elegant facade and inside a beautiful
decorated mirror representing the Martyrdom of San Giorgio by the painter Vito D’Amore adorns the nave
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