Church of Sant'Anna in Geraci Siculo
The Church of Sant'Anna al Castello di Geraci Siculo is believed to have been the palatine chapel of the Ventimiglia family.
It was built within the walls of the Castle by Francesco I Ventimiglia. The year of construction of the church, however, has not been precisely defined because it is handed down that the relic of Sant'Anna was already kept and venerated in the ancient castle since 1242. Of the original elements of the church, the columns in stone with capitals remain. which, in groups of three, rest on the side walls.
Among the works kept in the valuable church are: the canvas depicting the Nativity of Mary attributed to Giuseppe Salerno, called "Lo Zoppo di Ganci"; and the stoup in carved stone.
Two religious events take place every year in this church: on July 26, the feast of Sant'Anna and on September 8, the feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary Child.
