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Duomo di San Giorgio in Ragusa

The Duomo di San Giorgio is certainly the most beautiful. Originally the church was where there currently is the Giardino Ibleo (the extreme east of the town). The earthquake has destroyed the church, leaving only a Gothic style portal (Portale di San Giorgio), and was rebuilt on a new area. The architect (a famous architect from Noto, Rosario Gagliardi) created something unique: the church is skewed in respect to the square in front of it. This special effect allows the viewer to see both the facade and the neo-classic style dome of the church. Inside particularly important is the organ built in the XX century with 3368 pipes, a masterpiece of the time.

Duomo di San Giorgio in Modica

The Duomo di San Giorgio is the main church and often considered as the most beautiful architecture of the Sicilian baroque style. It is the result of the reconstruction after the earthquake of 1693. The church features a unique facade that dominates a long stairway that goes down the hill. Inside famous is the organ (with 4 keyboards and 3000 pipes, still working) and the set of painting behind the altar. It is open every day from 10 to 12 and from 16 to 18:30. Closed on Tuesday morning.

D.O.C.G. Cerasuolo di Vittoria Wine

The Cerasuolo di Vittoria wine is the only wine in Sicily with the DOCG label (denominazione di origine controllata e garantita), which guarantees the highest standard in wine production. It is made by blending Nero d’Avola grapes and Frappato grapes for a dry red one result unique in its type.