MONASTERY OF
SANTO SPIRITO
The mastery of Giacomo Serpotta, a distinctive feature of the Church of the Holy Spirit.
The stuccoes by Giacomo Serpotta, a master of Sicilian Baroque, are the hallmark of the religious building, created during what is considered the artist’s most creative and productive period.
The hidden treasures of the monastery.
The nuns, who have jealously guarded the recipes and art of confectionery for centuries, will open the doors of the parlor to allow visitors to sample the delicacies that have made this tradition famous. The specialties prepared by the nuns’ expert hands include almond and pistachio curls, sweet couscous, amaretti biscuits, marzipan shells, Martorana fruit and many other delicious treats. It is a gastronomic experience that is also a journey through the history, heritage and spirituality of the area.
High altar
Nave and apse scenography
Adoration of the Magi
Wooden coffered ceiling
The gastronomic treasures of the nuns
Crucifix and reliquary
