Matrice Church
Matrice Church
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Sally62
Northampton, UK5,865 contributions
Sept 2019
Build in the local stone in C14th, the duomo looks quite plain from the outside but it is beautiful inside - it's situated very near to Porta Trapani. The lace-patterned ceiling is most unusual and quite stunning and there is a lovely rose window. You have to pay to enter but you can get a combined ticket that allows you entry to the next-door tower and several other churches which is good value.
Written 28 January 2020
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Blue J
Havre de Grace, MD765 contributions
Jul 2021
Let's face it, every town in Sicily boasts at least one cathedral along with numerous other beautiful churches. It's so easy to become jaded by ornate images. The exterior of this Norman creation looks more like a castle or fort so I had no expectations about the interior. You have to acquire tickets for admission at an office at the base of the tower prior to entry.
Upon entering this church, I was simply blown away by the colors and the ornamentation. Others may disagree, but there was something magical about this place that held my interest and completely mesmerized me. I say this after seeing the bodacious interior of the cathedral at Monreale.
I did not have a lot of time to drink in the splendor here, but even so, the mark it left on me will never be forgotten. Every time I walk into a Home Depot and see the cheap crap and fixtures that are sold for home design, I will harken back to this place and think of the days when craftsman actually applied their talents to art and architecture. I truly believe this church has one of the most beautiful interiors I have ever witnessed. Do not miss this place while in Erice.
Upon entering this church, I was simply blown away by the colors and the ornamentation. Others may disagree, but there was something magical about this place that held my interest and completely mesmerized me. I say this after seeing the bodacious interior of the cathedral at Monreale.
I did not have a lot of time to drink in the splendor here, but even so, the mark it left on me will never be forgotten. Every time I walk into a Home Depot and see the cheap crap and fixtures that are sold for home design, I will harken back to this place and think of the days when craftsman actually applied their talents to art and architecture. I truly believe this church has one of the most beautiful interiors I have ever witnessed. Do not miss this place while in Erice.
Written 7 August 2021
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Pavel I
17 contributions
Jul 2016 • Business
The castles in Erice don't show much at the moment, but the churches are great and this one together with San Giuliano is probably the nicest.
Written 9 August 2016
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james g
Ottawa, Canada98 contributions
Nov 2014 • Couples
MEMS - The open Museum or Territorial Museum is an expose of the city itself in a walking tour.The city has created and mapped a walking itinerary through the lanes and streets of Erice which departs from the Royal Church and covers many of the city's major landmarks, points of interest and select restored churches. The cost €5/pp is a bargain as the admission into the five restored churches alone would cost double this fee - for an additional €1 you may purchase a 54 paged guide of the landmarks you will see with the recommended route all conveniently documented and packaged. The map itself is worth the euro to help you navigate this city of narrow passageways and steps. I am sure you will enjoy this tour which incudes 26 points of interest. Tickets can be purchased at any of the 5 MEMS churches -€ proceeds go back to resoration costs.
Written 1 November 2014
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Curlichef
Liverpool, UK30 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
Very interesting place to visit Erice.
Very high up in the clouds with excellent views on a clear day, usually plenty of cloud though.
Very high up in the clouds with excellent views on a clear day, usually plenty of cloud though.
Written 14 June 2019
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paulinehall33
Birmingham, UK444 contributions
May 2016 • Couples
This is one of many interesting attractions we explored in Erice.The pretty medieval hilltop town is easily reached via the funicular in Trapani.
It has many churches just like this one,attractive, with interesting architecture.
There are many wonderful pastries and ice-cream shops nearby,and the gardens at the highest point offer lovely views of the surrounding countryside and the castle.
It has many churches just like this one,attractive, with interesting architecture.
There are many wonderful pastries and ice-cream shops nearby,and the gardens at the highest point offer lovely views of the surrounding countryside and the castle.
Written 26 June 2016
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LostInTime
Pittsburgh, PA22,161 contributions
Apr 2024 • Business
This is a really nice old town up on the top of a mountain. It’s very high up with great views. The church is very old and pretty amazing to see. It was free to enter.
Written 30 May 2024
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Travel R
Rochester, MN2,028 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
Old church that I think has more character on the outside than the inside especially in comparison to many others in the are
Written 8 July 2023
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Lottelli
Wirral, UK2,934 contributions
Sept 2022 • Friends
Nice church. There was a queue of tourists to get in. I would say the best part is the white ceiling which I thought was very beautiful
Written 27 October 2022
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Dan Maarek
Tel Aviv, Israel16,000 contributions
Sept 2019
It is located Immediately at your left after entering Porta Trapani, which is the gate you'll take when getting out the Funiculari-Cable Car (the preferred way to go to this village)
This Church is not in the same league, or even close to the other Cathedrals, Churches or Duomos in Italy and looks definitely modest, more like the Duomo of Taormina , but still it remains probably one of the more interesting places pieces to see in Erice.
From outside it doesn't look really special, but if you go inside you'll discover a beautiful place.
This Church is not in the same league, or even close to the other Cathedrals, Churches or Duomos in Italy and looks definitely modest, more like the Duomo of Taormina , but still it remains probably one of the more interesting places pieces to see in Erice.
From outside it doesn't look really special, but if you go inside you'll discover a beautiful place.
Written 24 March 2020
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Dear Sirs,
I would like to receive information about the tour of ERICE. We would like to know if it is possible to do it in Spanish and we would have available Sunday 6th or Wednesday 9th of August. We are a group of 8 adults and 3 children (2 of them 3 years-old and 1 of 9 years-old). We are hosted in Terrasini. Please, could you send us information about the possible tour. Thanks in advance
Written 30 July 2017
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