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Catania 1943: A Journey Through World War II Locations and Husky Operation Museum Visit

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Embark on a journey through Catania's World War II locations and visit the Husky Operation Museum. Explore the city's history and learn about Operation Husky and Operation Fustian.

Duration: 3 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Museo Storico dello Sbarco in Sicilia 1943 - The tour begins with a visit to the museum dedicated to the Allied Landing in Sicily, an in-depth and detailed introduction on Operation Husky and in particular on Operation Fustian, the battle of Simeto. An accurate historical reconstruction and a rich documentation make this museum one of the most interesting in Catania.
Anfiteatro Romano - Monument symbol of Roman Catania, the amphitheater was used during the Second World War as an air raid shelter. In the same square you can still see the remains of the church of Sant’Euplio bombed on April 16, 1943, which has become the symbol and memorial of all the victims of war and persecution.
Via Sant’Euplio - The ruins of the ancient church of the patron saint of Catania, Sant’Euplio, still show the wounds from the bombings of July 1943.
Piazza del Duomo - The tour will end in the heart of the city, Piazza Duomo. Here, among the testimonies of the millenary history of the city, we can pause on an altar that bears the signs of the bombings and which after the war became a place of prayer for peace

What's Included

All entrance tickets included

Additional Information

This journey will guide participants along the fringes of history, through locales around the city that have ties to vital events of World War II. It comprises two distinct portions: a foot tour through meaningful sites still resonating with the echoes of the heavy airstrikes from 1943 and a visit to the fascinating museum that pays tribute to the Allied Invasion of Sicily. Here, one can trace the chronology of Operation Husky and Operation Fustian via meticulous recreations complemented by extensive historical documentations, footage, and period films. By revisiting the past, we inspire knowledge and learning, fostering a foundation for a harmonious future.

Location

Museo Storico dello Sbarco in Sicilia 1943

Piazzale Rocco Chinnici

Appointment at the entrance of the "Le Ciminiere" Exhibition Center

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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