Statue of Vincenzo Bellini

A monument to the composer of Norma!

Still on the Piazza Stesicoro, we admired the monument to Vincenzo Bellini. He was born in Catania and his probably most famous work is the opera Norma! This harmonious monument was designed by Giulio...

Bellini, the greatest Sicilian ever

Vincenzo Bellini, operacomposer died at the age of just 34 in Paris in 1835. He is particularly known for his great opera compositions like Norma, Il Pirato and La Sonnambula. Bellini was buried at Pè...

Centerpiece of Piazza Stesicoro

This is a monument to Catania’s most famous composer. It is the centerpiece of Piazza Stesicoro, which is a busy intersection and transportation hub along Via Etna.

You can't guess that the composer. More like a Professor at a Conservatory.

Vincenzo Bellini, a native of Catania was incredibly successful during his lifetime. Although his life was short. The success of his operas is in proximity to folk music. Hence their simplicity and po...

Nice Statue

Monument to Veincenzo Bellini is erected on Piazza Stesicoro opposite to the ancient Roman Amphitheater. The statue is nicely located in the middle and passers-by can noticed it while walking along V...