walking Modica
This photograph features a set of statues on a staircase leading to a grand, ornate church facade. The statues are of various saints, prominently displayed on pedestals along the steps. The nearest statue, labeled "S. TOMASE" (Saint Thomas), depicts a bearded man holding a book and making a gesture with his right hand. Behind him are other statues, each with distinctive features and postures, adding to the sacred and historical ambiance of the scene.
The church's facade in the background is richly decorated with intricate carvings and architectural details, including pilasters and a large, arched entrance. The warm tones of the stone create a harmonious and historic atmosphere. The overall composition of the photograph highlights the grandeur and religious significance of the site.
The church in the background is the Cathedral of San Pietro in Modica, Sicily. This Baroque cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is notable for its impressive staircase adorned with statues of the twelve apostles, often referred to as "santoni" by locals. The church has a rich history, dating back to between 1301 and 1350, though it has been rebuilt several times due to earthquake damage, most significantly after the 1693 earthquake. The façade features Baroque decorations and statues of saints, including San Cataldo, Santa Rosalia, and St. Peter, with a high relief of Jesus Christ at the top (Scopri Modica)
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walking Modica
This photograph features a set of statues on a staircase leading to a grand, ornate church facade. The statues are of various saints, prominently displayed on pedestals along the steps. The nearest statue, labeled "S. TOMASE" (Saint Thomas), depicts a bearded man holding a book and making a gesture with his right hand. Behind him are other statues, each with distinctive features and postures, adding to the sacred and historical ambiance of the scene.
The church's facade in the background is richly decorated with intricate carvings and architectural details, including pilasters and a large, arched entrance. The warm tones of the stone create a harmonious and historic atmosphere. The overall composition of the photograph highlights the grandeur and religious significance of the site.
The church in the background is the Cathedral of San Pietro in Modica, Sicily. This Baroque cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is notable for its impressive staircase adorned with statues of the twelve apostles, often referred to as "santoni" by locals. The church has a rich history, dating back to between 1301 and 1350, though it has been rebuilt several times due to earthquake damage, most significantly after the 1693 earthquake. The façade features Baroque decorations and statues of saints, including San Cataldo, Santa Rosalia, and St. Peter, with a high relief of Jesus Christ at the top (Scopri Modica)
RX_02803_20240512_Modica