Chiesa di Santa Lucia alla Badia
What the experts agree on
Syracuse's beloved church honors patron saint St. Lucy with a strikingly ornate facade that captures locals' hearts and defines the city's spiritual identity.
"The Chiesa di Santa Lucia alla Badia is dedicated to St Lucy, the city's patron saint, who was martyred at Syracuse during the reign of the Roman emperor Diocletian." Full review
"Sicracusans get a spring in their step when passing the fanciful facade of the city’s favorite church." Full review