Church of Santa Maria La Nova

The Church of Santa Maria La Nova, located in the historic center of Scicli, has ancient origins, with documented references dating back to the 14th century. The building suffered severe damage during the 1693 earthquake that struck the entire Hyblean region, making a long and complex reconstruction necessary. Work began in the second half of the 18th century and was completed only in 1857, when the church was reopened for worship. The current façade, in neoclassical style, is the result of 19th-century interventions that gave it its sober and elegant appearance. Inside, the Latin cross layout unfolds into three naves, richly decorated with refined stuccoes and housing sacred artworks of great value. On the main altar stands the statue of Our Lady of the Snow, a particularly venerated figure by the local community. The church remains an important religious and cultural landmark for the city of Scicli.