Palazzo Landolina di Belludia (Landolina of Belludia Palace), Noto
Landolina of Belludia Palace, despite its current state of very scant remains, stands as a testament to the grandeur and opulence of noble residences in the Ancient Noto. This magnificent palace, constructed at the outset of the seventeenth century, was renowned for its splendor and architectural beauty. However, the devastating earthquake of 1693 wrought total destruction upon the palace, reducing it to rubble.
Despite the tragic loss, subsequent excavations have revealed partial yet significant architectural remnants of Landolina of Belludia Palace. Among the uncovered fragments are remnants of grand stairways, arches, and corridors, which provide glimpses into the palace's former magnificence. These findings, when considered in relation to other ruins in the city, offer insight into the opulent and lavish character of the building that once graced Noto.
While the palace may now only exist in fragments, its memory lives on as a testament to the grandeur and history of Noto.
Despite the tragic loss, subsequent excavations have revealed partial yet significant architectural remnants of Landolina of Belludia Palace. Among the uncovered fragments are remnants of grand stairways, arches, and corridors, which provide glimpses into the palace's former magnificence. These findings, when considered in relation to other ruins in the city, offer insight into the opulent and lavish character of the building that once graced Noto.
While the palace may now only exist in fragments, its memory lives on as a testament to the grandeur and history of Noto.
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Palazzo Landolina di Belludia (Landolina of Belludia Palace) on Map
Sight Name: Palazzo Landolina di Belludia (Landolina of Belludia Palace)
Sight Location: Noto, Italy (See walking tours in Noto)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Noto, Italy (See walking tours in Noto)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Noto, Italy
Create Your Own Walk in Noto
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Noto Introduction Walking Tour
Perched high on a plateau with a panoramic view of the Asinaro Valley, in the shadow of Mount Alveria, the city of Noto is renowned as the Baroque capital of Sicily.
The name "Noto" finds its roots in the ancient Greek word "Neaton," which is likely translated to "south". Later, it was Romanized as "Netum." The Romans granted this territory to Hiero II... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.9 Km or 0.6 Miles
The name "Noto" finds its roots in the ancient Greek word "Neaton," which is likely translated to "south". Later, it was Romanized as "Netum." The Romans granted this territory to Hiero II... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.9 Km or 0.6 Miles
Archaeological Park of Ancient Noto Tour
The Archaeological Park of Ancient Noto encompasses several archaeological areas that broadly include Ancient Noto (Noto Antica) in the south and Necropolis in the North. The former area, especially on the side of of the Mountain Gate (Porta della Montagna), an imposing structure serving as an entrance to this historical city, is bounded by the imposing 16th-century walls that withstood... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.7 Km or 2.3 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.7 Km or 2.3 Miles