Cattolica di Stilo
Cattolica di Stilo
4.5
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
About
It is a small religious building located adjacent to the Stilo village, on the slopes of Monte Consolino. The term "Cattolica" probably comes from the Greek "Katholikon" which indicates the place of worship of a monastic complex or the cultural center for hermits who lived in the same area. The expressive richness, belonging to a typically Byzantine architectural tradition, places it in full title among the most notable Calabrian monuments.
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Rickman5112
Rome, Italy1,220 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
The price of €5 contains a culture tax (€1) to raise funds for the floods in Romagna. It was already a lot to charge €4 for a jewel which however does not require more than 10 minutes for a careful visit without the support of a guide who explains the artistic elements and the history of the temple, let alone €5. A few years ago the visit was free. In 2019 the price was €3. Furthermore, to purchase the entrance ticket you need to use a particularly complicated online site which requires at least 20 minutes to reach the result. Let's think about those who are not familiar with these tools. How do they plan to facilitate tourism in Calabria in this way?
Written 5 August 2023
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Viaggioevolo
Italy6,556 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
Among the mountains of Stilo there is this small church of Byzantine origins. Inside there are several frescoes. It takes longer to reach it than to visit it but the surrounding landscape and its frescoes are worth a visit without having too many expectations. Online booking.
Written 6 May 2024
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ShagrathTM
Abbadia San Salvatore, Italy546 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
One of the few surviving testimonies of Byzantine Calabria. It is a small but harmonious square-shaped church set into the slope of a mountain. The building is well preserved and inside, it seems like entering a precious crypt supported by four pillars, very high with the light coming down from above, with remains of ancient frescoes on the walls. A visit lasting a few tens of minutes, but very interesting and I would say obligatory in Calabria.
Written 14 April 2024
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nepi2605
Catania, Italy153 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Small jewel of Greek-Byzantine Calabria, very well preserved and truly fascinating. Guided tour recommended to fully understand its otherwise hidden meaning, given that unfortunately there are no brochures or books available on site that tell the details. In the absence of a guide, it is better to prepare by reading and informing yourself first.
Written 30 August 2023
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furslands
London, UK373 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
The most holy place we visited on this extended visit to Southern Italy. In itself, made our visit to Stilo more than worthwhile. The history and modesty of the structure, allied with the wealth of cultures represented in it, was humbling and inspiring.
Written 15 May 2024
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France P
Quebec City, Canada939 contributions
Jun 2013 • Friends
Cattolica is a beautifully restored Byzantine church with portions of frescos still clearly visible, in Stilo, a village nested in the hills of Calabria, near the sea.
Too bad there was no information or brochures with historical details provided. It is still worth a visit just to see this structure, simple and beautiful.
Too bad there was no information or brochures with historical details provided. It is still worth a visit just to see this structure, simple and beautiful.
Written 2 June 2013
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gimokarobert
Sofia Region, Bulgaria5 contributions
Jun 2016 • Couples
not a lot of words about one of the best preserved byzanthine church in the world. Cattolica of Stilo ia an incredible surprise for us. not so spacious inside but wonderful affrescos made us marvelling !!!
Written 27 July 2016
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Claudia2929
Aliso Viejo, CA64 contributions
Jul 2019 • Friends
Both the town Stilo and especially the church from the 10th century are worth a visit. There is a strong sense of ancient history, coupled with beautiful nature surrounding it. Plenty of hikes, not just up to the castle.
Written 29 July 2019
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zello1980
Budapest, Hungary26 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
The Cattolica of Stilo is probably the single most important classical Byzantine monument in Southern Italy despite its small size. It is also very picturesque as it is tucked in the steep side of Monte Consolino, a huge rocky mountain above Stilo. The church itself is superbly restored and its surroundings are carefully maintained. Inside there are interesting medieval frescoes and four antique columns supporting the central dome.
Written 28 April 2017
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68 contributions
Feb 2017 • Couples
Very worth to visit. Unique place. The views from the top are amazing, especially when the weather is nice. Nice historical town around. Easy to find.
Written 22 February 2017
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Saluti.
Written 26 August 2020
Hola! Cómo puedo llegar desde Reggio Calabria. No tengo auto.
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Valeria
Written 14 November 2017
Hello,
we also do transfer service. Write us an email.
Greetings
Written 29 January 2018
Hola!
Es el pueblo de mis ancestros, son todos nacidos ahi. De hecho, soy italiana gracias a ese lugar. Podrian por favor indicarme como llego desde Roma?
Gracias
Written 6 April 2017
hola! desde roma tienes que ir hasta Napoles.
si estas en coche sigues la autostrada Salerno-Reggio Calabria (E45). desde lamezia terme (ciudad de Calabria) vas cerca del mar jonio y sigues la strada maritima. utiliza google maps!
si estas sin coche coges el avion hasta reggio calabria o lamezia terme. desde alli tomas un autobus. es facil!
Written 12 August 2017
Hola!
Es el pueblo de mis ancestros, son todos nacidos ahi. De hecho, soy italiana gracias a ese lugar. Podrian por favor indicarme como llego desde Roma?
Gracias
Written 6 April 2017
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