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| Troina is situated in the Nebrodi Mountains to the west of Etna volcano. | ||
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| The historic center runs along the ridge guarding 3 valleys and ... | ||
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| ...is dominated by the 3 churches built within the remains of the Norman fortifications and watchtower. | ||
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| The churches of Sta.Maria Assunta & S.Giorgio flank the Norman tower. | ||
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| * A broad terrace with panoramic views of Etna and the countryside... | ||
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| ...replaced the convent of the Benedictine nuns of San Giorgio, which stood here until 1921.* | ||
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| Overlooking the terrace, the Municipality stands at the head of the street... | ||
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| ... which runs all along the ridge... | ||
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| ...with historic buildings on either side. | ||
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| Palazzo Schillaci has eagles supporting the balconies ... | ||
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| ... and an impressive doorway. | ||
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| Many of these are for sale for just 1 euro to be rennovated appropriately. | ||
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| Palazzo Castiglione dates from Norman times ... | ||
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| ...with a Norman blocked-up windows. | ||
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| Palazzo Poeta. | ||
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| Piazza Idria. | ||
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| Water pumping station from 1950s. | ||
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| Unknown family crest. | ||
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| Aragonese eagle from C14th. | ||
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| Commemorative plaque from C16th. | ||
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| The architrave of S.Giorgio showing the saint defeating the dragon. | ||
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| Entrance to Maria SSa.Immacolata. | ||
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| C20th fountain remembering the Miller's dog whose barking convinced the Saracens to open Troina's gates unknowingly to Roger's army. | ||
* 2 photographs by Fabio Salinaro.
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