Title: Chiesa degli Ottimati in Reggio Calabria - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca

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# Chiesa degli Ottimati Tours and Activities

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## Visit Chiesa degli Ottimati

Activities

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#### Easily identifiable from outside by its eye-catching red dome, this small church possesses a fascinating history and a pretty mosaic floor.

Though small, modest and relatively simple, the Chiesa degli Ottimati has quite an interesting past with a history stretching back to the 10th century. Step inside the church to read about its eventful back story and admire the designs on the tiled floor.

The original church building is thought to have been constructed in the 10th century, but was rebuilt in the 11th or 12th century by the Normans. The church was completely destroyed during a Saracen raid during the late 16th century and was damaged once again during a series of earthquakes. Gaze at today’s church, rebuilt in a neo-Byzantine style following a devastating earthquake in 1908.

From the outside the church looks relatively simple. Admire the façade, which features an arched doorway and a rose window. Its most striking exterior feature is its bright red dome, which rises above the tiles of the terracotta roof.

Enter through the front door to explore the nave. Inspect the intricate detail of the mosaic floor, where colorful stones have been used to create attractive patterns. The interior also features marble columns and a vaulted ceiling.

Survey the artworks on display inside the church. Particularly notable is the large-scale 16th-century painting by Florence-born Baroque painter Agostino Ciampelli, depicting the Annunciation of Virgin Mary.

The church is usually peaceful, quiet and uncrowded. Find a seat on one of the pews and take a moment to appreciate the tranquility. Note that this is an active place of worship so remember to dress respectfully and remain quiet in the presence of other worshippers.

While you’re in the neighborhood, consider visiting the Aragonese Castle, which is located adjacent to Chiesa degli Ottimati. The restored remnants of the old stone castle make an atmospheric setting for exhibits and offer wonderful views over the city and the Strait of Messina.

## Plan a trip to see Chiesa degli Ottimati

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### Hotel Residence Arcobaleno

CA $1,351

per person

May 12 - May 18

found 22 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Toronto (YYZ) to Reggio di Calabria (REG)

7.6/10 Good! (77 reviews)

We had only one night to stay in this hotel that seemed to be a five star in old days on our way back to Rome. Our room was very clean and spacious with a very nice view of the sea. I also enjoyed using the indoor swimming pool. The staff were also very nice and helpful. the breakfast was very limited and I think it was because not many people were staying at our time. By the way there was a pizzeria restaurant close by called Bambu. Their food was excellent

Reviewed on May 29, 2025

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### Main Palace Hotel

CA $1,390

per person

May 2 - May 7

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Toronto (YYZ) to Reggio di Calabria (REG)

7.6/10 Good! (256 reviews)

I tried to reached to them a week before my travel to get some information about the transport options to the hotel nobody responded i was already heading towards the hotel when i received an email in italian with useless information. On the day of arrival at reception they told me most of the facilities are closed including the restaurant none of this was mentioned while i made the bookings. The lady at the reception on 23rd around 13:30 while speaking to me in between exchanged words in her language with her staff member and both laughed and passed weird expressions which is very unprofessional and insulting to do to your guests. We went into the room noticed even the basic things are not in the room for a 4 star hotel. Only 2 water bottles in the fridge no kettle no tea bags no iron, Broken cupboards, Ants in the balcony, broken hair dryer, noisy Bed We asked them for extra towels 3 times finally had to get down and ask for 4 time.The AC was blowing air not cooling the room due to this my 1 year old got unwell and had temperature. I requested to make the AC work nothing changed. We went to speak at the reception and when we mentioned our baby is unwell they laughed at us at this moment we realised its a very unsafe place to stay.extremely rude and unprofessional staff worst hotel experience of my life.I had to leave the hotel and make another booking at a different place.

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2024

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