Palace Cosentini

Palace Cosentini, located on Corso Giuseppe Mazzini in Ragusa Ibla, is a fine example of Sicilian Baroque architecture dating from the third-fourth quarter of the 18th century. Built at the behest of Baron Raffaele Cosentini and his son Giuseppe, the palace is distinguished by its richly decorated façade, characterised by balconies with sculpted corbels depicting grotesque masks and symbolic animals. Prominent among these is the famous “balcony of slander”, known for its originality and evocative significance. On the cantonal of the palace stands a statue of St Francis of Paola, protector of travellers, which gives the place a spiritual as well as artistic value. Today Palazzo Cosentini hosts cultural events, exhibitions and initiatives that enhance its historical and artistic heritage, representing a landmark in the heart of Ragusa Ibla and a symbol of the cultural wealth of the Hyblean territory.