Forgotten History
Castello Ursino
Piazza Federico di Svevia, Italy
Castello Ursino (Sicilian: Casteddu Ursinu, lit. 'Bear Castle'), also known as Castello Svevo di Catania, is a castle in Catania, Sicily, southern Italy. It was built in the 13th century as a royal castle of the Kingdom of Sicily, and is mostly known for its role in the Sicilian Vespers, when it became the seat of the Sicilian Parliament. The castle is in good condition today, and it is open to the public as a museum.
- Category
- Forgotten History
- Location
- Piazza Federico di Svevia, Italy
- Coordinates
- 37.49897, 15.08439
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q1048850
What is Castello Ursino?
Castello Ursino is a Forgotten History place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Fontana dell'Amenano, Roman Theatre of Catania, Elephant Fountain, Catania Cathedral.
Where is Castello Ursino?
Castello Ursino is in Piazza Federico di Svevia, Italy. Coordinates: 37.49897, 15.08439.
How do I get to Castello Ursino?
Castello Ursino is at Piazza Federico di Svevia, Italy (37.49897, 15.08439). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.