Chiesa di San Pietro Apostolo : Via S. Pietro, 18, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy

Among the alleys of the Graziella, in the heart of Ortigia, stands the church of San Pietro Apostolo, considered the oldest in Syracuse. Tradition links it to the 4th century, and over time it has accumulated traces of many eras: Early …

An ancient church, dating back to the 4th century AD. It's not listed among the recommended places to visit in Ortigia, but we stumbled upon this gem by chance. We were accompanied on the tour by the parish priest who acted as our guide. It …

I visited it during the FAI days. The early Christian Basilica of St. Peter, dating to 326 AD, is the oldest church in Syracuse. Its history is marked by continuous additions and transformations. After the last restoration in 2008, it reopened to the public in March 2016.