Catacomba Paleocristiana di Porta d'Ossuna
Ancient Ruins
Cemeteries
Historic Walking Areas
Mysterious Sites
Religious Sites
Sights & Landmarks
Attraction
About
Situated in the center of Palermo, near the Cathedral, the Catacomb of Porta d'Ossuna is a big underground cemetery consisting of wide tunnels and galleries, large cubicula (private chapels) and many parietal tombs, dated back to 4th A.D., one of the oldest evidence of Christians in Sicily. Guided tours with the archaeologists of the Coop. ArcheOfficina.
At a glance
- Typical visit: about 30 minutes