Ancient monuments such as the Roman Theatre, the Amphitheatre and Spa, all dating to Roman times; U Liotru, that is the emblem of Catania, which is an artifact ancient lava stone portraying an elephant supporting an Egyptian obelisk, which is now in the central Piazza del
Duomo where you will find Duomo Cathedral; Ursino Castle, built by Frederick II and now houses the Museo Civico in Catania, where are many examples that tell the ancient history of the city. The monuments of baroque Catania, remember that since 2002 are recorded on the List of World Heritage by UNESCO, are mostly concentrated in the central Via Crociferi were all made in the early eighteenth century, following a violent earthquake in 1693 destroyed most of Catania and nearby cities. Among the most magnificent Baroque buildings include: the Cathedral of St. Agatha, the patron saint of the city, a magnificent Baroque building is preserved in about a priceless urn in which the saint's relics are enclosed; the Abbey of St. Agatha, w