Gate built in 1685 to strengthen the city's defense system. It was then called 'Porta di Mare'. The gate is now considered a symbol of the historic center of the city, and has been called 'Porta Garibaldi' since 1860. Above the arch is the Latin inscription 'Dominus custodiat introitu et exitu tuum' (the Lord guards your entrance and exit). Interestingly, in 1961, on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the unification of Italy, the cyclists participating in the Giro d'Italia rode at the gate (Marsala-Palermo stage: 144 km (89 miles).

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October 16, 2024

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A visit to Porta Garibaldi in Marsala is like a leap into the past. This imposing city gate, which once served as the main entrance to the city, bears witness …

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August 16, 2023

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The historic entrance to the center of Marsala!!

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