Myths, legends and stories of everyday life in the mosaics of the Villa Romana del Casale
It is often thought that the magnificence of the Roman Empire resides mostly in the ruins of the ancient city of Rome. In the heart of Sicily, however, there is still evidence of the grandeur of Roman architecture and the magnificence of its mosaics.
The ancient villa dating back to the end of the 4th century A.D., which belonged to a powerful Roman family, is considered, for its beauty and the exceptional wealth of architectural and decorative elements in an excellent state of preservation, one of the most significant examples of a representative residence, in which a rich and eloquent series of floor and wall mosaics celebrates what must have been the lifestyle of its owner.
DURATION
90 minutes, including 30 min of Q&A.
It is often thought that the magnificence of the Roman Empire resides mostly in the ruins of the ancient city of Rome. In the heart of Sicily, however, there is still evidence of the grandeur of Roman architecture and the magnificence of its mosaics.
The ancient villa dating back to the end of the 4th century A.D., which belonged to a powerful Roman family, is considered, for its beauty and the exceptional wealth of architectural and decorative elements in an excellent state of preservation, one of the most significant examples of a representative residence, in which a rich and eloquent series of floor and wall mosaics celebrates what must have been the lifestyle of its owner.
DURATION
90 minutes, including 30 min of Q&A.
YOUR GUIDE
Nicola Camarda
Sicilian thoroughbred, as he likes to call himself, he was born in Palermo and after classical studies he gained years of experience in tourism both in Italy and abroad. In 1998 he qualified as a tour guide and since 2012 he has chosen to do what for him is the most beautiful job in the world. He loves his Sicily, is a deep connoisseur of its traditions of its cuisine and its wines. As a hobby he writes, paints and plays the Ukulele.
