The old Ibla was largely destroyed in the heavy earthquake in 1693. Many residents did not want to move to the new upper town of Ragusa and rebuilt their homes. …
The Baroque city of Ragusa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is divided into two parts: the upper city of Ragusa Nuova and a lower, older city, Ragusa Ibla.
The Cathedral of San Giorgio is one of the examples of Sicilian Baroque. Designed by the architect Rosario Gagliardi. Its majestic facade, soaring towards the sky, is characterized by columns, …