Chiesa del Carmine, Messina

Name: Chiesa del Carmine
Address: Via Martino Antonino, Messina, 98123, Italy
Telephone: +39 090 717089

#7 among attractions in Messina

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Facts and practical information

The "Sanctuary of Our Lady of Mount Carmel", better known as Carmine Church, is a Roman Catholic church in Via Porta Imperiale, Messina, Sicily. It replaces the former church, which was razed by the 1908 Messina earthquake. Located close to the Tribunal, the Carmine Church was rebuilt in 1930 in the eighteenth century Baroque or Rococo style. Designed by the architect Cesare Bazzani, the church was reconsecrated on 15 July 1931. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: EclecticismCoordinates: 38°11'18"N, 15°33'3"E

Address

Via Martino AntoninoIV Circoscrizione (Porto di Messina)Messina 98123 Italy

Contact

+39 090 717089

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Chiesa del Carmine – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Orologio Astronomico, John of Austria, Messina Cathedral, Chiesa dei Catalani.

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Tower
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Forts and castles
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City wall
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38°11'39"N • 15°33'14"E
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Cemetery
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Chiesa del Carmine open?

Chiesa del Carmine is open:

Monday 7:30 am - 12 pm
Tuesday 7:30 am - 12 pm
Wednesday 7:30 am - 12 pm
Thursday 7:30 am - 12 pm
Friday 7:30 am - 12 pm
Saturday 4:30 pm - 7 pm
Sunday 4:30 pm - 7 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Chiesa del Carmine?

Nearby attractions include Il paese delle stampe, Messina (7 min walk), Piazza Cairoli, Messina (8 min walk), Fontana di Orione, Messina (9 min walk), John of Austria, Messina (9 min walk).

How to get to Chiesa del Carmine by public transport?

The nearest stations to Chiesa del Carmine:

Tram

Cairoli • Lines: 28 (9 min walk)
Dogana / Palazzo Reale • Lines: 28 (10 min walk)

Bus

Cavallotti (13 min walk)
Stazione Centrale • Lines: 17, N528, N591, N593, N594, N597, N599 (15 min walk)

Train

Messina Centrale (16 min walk)