Venture beneath the bustling streets of Catania to discover a hidden realm that few visitors ever see. Just metres below the modern city lies an ancient world, silent and mysterious, carved by centuries of history and the powerful forces of Mount Etna.
This captivating tour takes you through the underground layers of a city that has been destroyed and rebuilt multiple times, rising from devastation like a phoenix. You'll explore impressive remnants of the Roman Theatre and the nearby Odeon, along with the ancient Terme della Rotonda and imperial bath complexes now concealed beneath the urban fabric.
Follow the secret path of the Amenano River, whose waters still flow through the darkness before emerging dramatically at the fountain in Piazza del Duomo. Experience the profound impact of the catastrophic 1669 lava flow and devastating earthquakes that transformed Catania forever, burying entire neighbourhoods and forcing residents to construct their new city directly above the old one.
This extraordinary underground journey offers a unique perspective on how volcanic fury and human resilience have shaped one of Sicily's most fascinating cities.
Guided walking tour
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