Reggio
Calabria is a historic city in Southern Italy,
the capital of the Province of Reggio Calabria. Over 2,700 years old, this city was founded
by Ancient Greeks. Throughout history,
Reggio Calabria (2006 population 184,504) has been part of the Magna Graecia, the Roman
Republic, and the Byzantine
Empire. After being a part
of the Kingdom of both Sicily and Naples, it eventually became part of the united Italy. Located at the toe of the Italian Boot , this
city retains a very rural feel despite its sizeable population.
Miracle-seekers search no more visit the church of Saint Gaetano Catanoso, in the Santo
Spirito district. Visited by Pope
Benedict XVI and Pope John Paul II, believers visit the glass tomb of Saint
Gaetano seeking its miraculous powers.
With so much beautiful architecture and history, it is easy to see why
fashion is so abundant in Reggio Calabria life simply imitates art! Home to Donatello and Gianni Versace,
Reggio Calabria is home to some impressive boutiques and shopping centers. You won t miss what you ve been looking for
here! We all know that, culturally
speaking, fashion and art go hand-in-hand.
Contemplate famous artwork at the Town Art Gallery Pinacoteca Comunale. Home to works such as Abraham Served by the Angels by Antonello da Messina, the place
has a certain air about it. The Town Art Gallery also displays works by artists such
as Mattia Preti, Giuseppe Benessai, Luca Giordano and more. The Aragonese Castle is also a must see. Constructed before the year 540, this
magnificent building now houses impressive art exhibitions.