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San Giovanni degli Eremiti, Palermo


Arab-Norman exterior of S. Giovanni degli Eremeti. © Paradoxplace.com.


A better view of the strong Norman exterior. Photo Creative Commons License Michael Wilson.


Arched windows of St. John of the Hermits. Photo Creative Commons License Rui Ornelas.


Photo Creative Commons License Rui Ornelas.


Photo Creative Commons License Mark and Gideon.






San Giovanni degli Eremeti (St. John of the Hermits) is a 12th-century Norman church in Palermo, Sicily, with five, Arab-inspired red domes.

History

San Giovanni degli Eremeti was founded in 1132 and dedicated to St. John of the Hermits. Built on the grounds of a mosque, its architecture reflects Islamic traditions.

What to See

Located on the western edge of the Albergheria district, San Giovanni is characterized by bulbous red domes (similar to those at La Cataldo), corner arches, and filigreed windows.

Nearby is a late Norman cloister (part of the Benedictine monastery that once stood here), which centers on a Moorish cistern and cooling gardens of citrus blossoms and flowers.

Quick Facts

Names: San Giovanni degli Eremeti (St. John of the Hermits)
Faith: Roman Catholic
Date: 1132
Architecture: Arab-Norman
Status: Museum
Location: Via dei Benedettini 3, Palermo, Sicily, Italy
Phone: 091 651 5019
Bus: 109 or 318
Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-1pm and 3-7pm; Sun 9am-1pm
Cost: 4.50€ adults, 2€ students, seniors, and children

Location Map

Below is a location map and aerial view of San Giovanni degli Eremeti. Using the buttons on the left, zoom in for a closer look or zoom out to get your bearings. Click and drag the map to move around. For a larger view, see our Palermo Map or get our free Google Earth download.

Travel Resources

Article Sources

  1. Eyewitness Travel Guide to Italy
  2. Frommer's Sicily.



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