Santa Maria Dell'ammiraglio Or La Martorana
Currently Open- Address: Via Vittorio Emanuele, 32, 90015 Cefalu Palermo, Italy Map
- Timings: 09:15 am - 07:00 pm Details
- Phone: +39-3458288231
- Time Required: 01:00 Hrs
- Tags: Church, Religious Site, Historical Site, Family And Kids, Architecture , Cathedral

Built in Romanesque style and dedicated to the Virgin Mary, this Chiesa della Martorana in Palermo dates from 1143 and is famed for its spectacular mosaics. The official name for La Martorana is Santa Maria dell'Ammiraglio which means St. Mary of the Admiral.
The facade and the interiors have undergone several changes in past 10 centuries but the glorious mosaics have survived the test of time.
Worth observing at La Martorana:
- Bell tower
- The facade
- The entrance
- The mosaics
Santa Maria Dell'ammiraglio Or La Martorana Travel Tips
- Do not disturb the peace of the place.
- Do not photograph without permission.
- Modest dressing is recommended.
- During your visit to La Martorana, obtain a key from the custodian sitting at a tiny table to your right as you enter the chapel - this allows entry into the little Chiesa di San Cataldo next door.
- Ristorante Le Chat Noir
- Al Porticciolo
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- Santa Maria Dell'ammiraglio Or La Martorana Address: Via Vittorio Emanuele, 32, 90015 Cefalu Palermo, Italy
- Santa Maria Dell'ammiraglio Or La Martorana Contact Number: +39-3458288231
- Santa Maria Dell'ammiraglio Or La Martorana Timing: 09:15 am - 07:00 pm
- Best time to visit Santa Maria Dell'ammiraglio Or La Martorana(preferred time): 10:00 am - 01:00 pm
- Time required to visit Santa Maria Dell'ammiraglio Or La Martorana: 01:00 Hrs
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53.3% of people who visit Palermo include Santa Maria Dell'ammiraglio Or La Martorana in their plan
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3 PM - 4 PM
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80% of people start their Santa Maria Dell'ammiraglio Or La Martorana visit around 3 PM - 4 PM
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People usually take around 1 Hr to see Santa Maria Dell'ammiraglio Or La Martorana
66.67% of people prefer walking in order to reach Santa Maria Dell'ammiraglio Or La Martorana
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What is the distance fromWestin Hotel in Palermo to La Martorana? We are seniors. Thanks
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Ma'am there is no Westin Hotel in Palermo, i can definitely help you if you are sure about the hotel's name you are staying at.
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