MONREALE, Italy — The mosaics of a mediaeval cathedral in Sicily, built by the island ... Heritage site that combines Western ...

Built by the Normans beginning 1184, the Palermo Cathedral is a must-see for the many architectural styles incorporated into its façade. Altered throughout the centuries since its inception ...

It is a mix of various styles, including European, Sicilian, Byzantine and Arabic, and features Byzantine mosaics and an Islamic-style wooden stalactite ceiling. You can also tour the Royal ...

Sicily is full of ... Make sure to see Cefalù Cathedral, a magnificent example of 12 th-century Norman architecture with its remarkably well-preserved Byzantine mosaics. This elegant and little ...