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Elephant Fountain (u Liotru).

The Elephant Fountain, known locally as u Liotru, is a famous monument located in Piazza del Duomo in Catania. Designed by architect Giovanni Battista Vaccarini between 1735 and 1737, the fountain features a black basalt statue of an elephant.

History and Folklore

The name Liotru likely comes from Heliodorus, an 8th-century nobleman accused of heresy and linked to legends of magical travels on the elephant statue between Catania and Constantinople.

Design

The fountain includes a white marble pedestal with river-themed sculptures (Simeto and Amenano) and a 3.66-meter granite obelisk in Egyptian style on the elephant's back. The statue faces the Cathedral of Saint Agatha, Catania's patron saint.

Origins

The elephant statue's origins are unclear. Some suggest it was part of a Roman circus, symbolizing strength and exoticism, while others believe it was a Byzantine talisman designed to protect Catania from Mount Etna's eruptions, reflecting its historical role as a guardian of the city.

Symbol of Catania

Today, u Liotru stands as a symbol of Catania's resilience, rich history, and cultural heritage. It reflects the city's ability to overcome challenges, from volcanic eruptions to historical upheavals, while serving as a unifying emblem for its people. Positioned in Piazza del Duomo, it continues to inspire pride and attract visitors with its artistry and enduring legends.

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THE FARAGLIONI OF ACI TREZZA

The marine protected area of Cyclops Islands.
It extends from Acitrezza to Aci Castello, covering an area within which the famous Faraglioni are located.
Both Acicastello and Acitrezza welcome of tourists to the area not only during the enjoyable sea breezes, to the spectacular castle and to the Faraglioni of Acitrezza.

Such characteristic has inspired the Ode of Homer for his Odyssey. Acitrezza, a villagge of Acicastello, is a small, very charming fishing village.
The landscape is dominated by the 8 Faraglioni (volcanic stacks), and lava cliff that were formed by Etna.
For those who love fish, Capomulini, a few kilometers from Acitrezza, is a small fishing village.
But the evenings can aslo be a little quieter so you can take a nice stroll and have some ice cream by moon.

"THE STACKS": story of the their location Acitrezza

Acitrezza is a small fishing village in the city of Catania with a very famous port.
Acitrezza with the "stacks", has developed in recent years a popular tourist destination on the riviera of the Cyclops.
In the sicilian dialect Acitrezza is called "a trizza" and this location was the setting of the famous novel "I Malavoglia" written by G. Verga.

"THE STACKS": story of the their location Acitrezza

Acitrezza is a small fishing village in the city of Catania with a very famous port.
Acitrezza with the "stacks", has developed in recent years a popular tourist destination on the riviera of the Cyclops.
In the sicilian dialect Acitrezza is called "a trizza" and this location was the setting of the famous novel "I Malavoglia" written by G. Verga.

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