Santa Venerina
Welcome to Santa Venerina!
If you are looking for a place to enjoy the beauty and history of Sicily, then Santa Venerina could be the perfect choice. This municipality of 8,336 residents, located in the metropolitan city of Catania, has an interesting history that makes it a reference point for local and international tourism.
History of Santa Venerina
The origins of Santa Venerina date back to its geographical location: located on the border between the Priorato di San Giacomo, the Acireale forest, and the county of Mascali, the area was fragmented into several parts. However, the Salaro river was long considered the natural border between Aci and the county, crossing the regia trazzera that connected Messina with Catania. The boundary taxed by the Acesi guards of the Senate of Jaci led to the construction of the first inhabited nucleus, with the construction of a chapel dedicated to the patron saint of Jaci, Saint Venera. This event led to the construction of the first houses and the arrival of migrants from all over Sicily, which initiated the settlement process.
Symbols of Santa Venerina
The flag of Santa Venerina is a blue colored banner, while the coat of arms was granted by the President of the Republic on October 21, 2004.
Places of Interest
Santa Venerina is a municipality rich in churches and monuments. There are eight parish churches, including the mother church of Santa Venera, the church of Maria Santissima del Carmelo in Bongiardo, and the church of San Mauro Abate in Monacella. In the municipal territory, there are also numerous non-parochial churches such as the church of Tenutella - one of the few Byzantine archaeological remains, the church of Maria Santissima Immacolata (old) in Linera, the church of Maria Santissima dei sette dolori, the church of S. Giuseppe, and the church of San Cataldo.
2002 earthquake
On October 29, 2002, the municipality of Santa Venerina was struck by an earthquake of magnitude 4.5 on the Richter scale, causing considerable damage.
Conclusion
Santa Venerina is a very interesting municipality with a fascinating history and a wide range of tourist attractions. The city hosts numerous festivals and fairs throughout the year, which represent a great opportunity to immerse yourself in Sicilian culture and traditions. We invite you to visit Santa Venerina and discover all that it has to offer!
