The Church of San Giorgio Vecchio

The Church of San Giorgio Vecchio stood at the eastern end of Ragusa Ibla and is one of the oldest religious buildings in the city. Largely destroyed by the 1693 earthquake, today mainly the 15th-century portal, the only surviving element, and some of the walls of the side chapels and the presbytery remain visible. The site, located near the suggestive Hyblean Garden, has undergone major consolidation and archaeological excavations that have brought to light the original layout and foundations of the church. Today, the area can be freely visited, enriched by explanatory panels that guide visitors to discover the history and medieval architecture of Ragusa and its territory. The pedestrian path around the site offers a fascinating insight into the thousand-year history of the city, enhancing this important cultural and religious heritage. The Church of San Giorgio Vecchio thus represents a symbol of the historical continuity and collective memory of the Ragusa community.