Surroundings

Attractions in the surroundings of Ellebi Dimora d'arte

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Surroundings

Due to its strategic location in the heart of the old city, you can easily reach some of most significant monuments and places of interest in Cosenza.

National Gallery of Cosenza

It is housed in Palazzo Arnone, a majestic building erected in the 16th century in the city's historical center. An itinerary unfolds in its exhibition spaces, displaying significant art periods from the 16th to the 19th century. Thecore of the exhibition consists of works by two painting leaders of the 17th century: the Calabrian Mattia Preti and the Neapolitan Luca Giordanoand it is of paramount importance. The section of graphic works by Umberto Boccioni records the artist's activity from 1906 to 1915, from the years of his training to his full Futurist affirmation; the studies that reveal the genesis of “La risata,” exhibited in the Museum of Modern Art in New Yorkare of great interest. Thanks to donations and purchases, the museum's collection includes sculptures and works by contemporary artists.

Galleria Nazionale di Cosenza 250 mt from Ellebi Dimora darte

Villa Rendano

Set in a strategic and scenic spot in the city of Cosenza, Villa Rendano is a magnificent 19th-century villa and it was the historic home of the musician Alfonso Rendano. Recovered and expertly managed by the FoundationAttilio e Elena Giuliani, it offers visitors an interesting multimedia tour that narrates the town Cosenza and its history, highlighting its artistic heritage, myth, events and identity.

Villa Rendano 400 mt from Ellebi Dimora darte

The Museum of the Brettii and Oenotrians.

Inaugurated in the 15th-century monumental complex of St. Augustine on Oct. 17, 2009, it is Cosenza's cultural hub that hosts temporary exhibitions, concerts and institutional meetings in addition to a permanent archaeological exhibition.

Museo dei Bretti e degli Enotri 350 mt dalla Ellebi Dimora darte

The Diocesan Museum of Cosenza

Headquartered between the Archbishop's Palace and the Cathedral Church, the museum collects remarkable and valuable artifacts from the cathedral and other churches from the area in a uniqueexhibition. The most significant work, the symbol of the city, is the very precious Stauroteca - or reliquary cross - in embossed gold, vermicelli filigree, enamel, adamantine and rock crystal, dating from the 12th century. According to tradition, it was donated by Frederick II of Swabia to the city on the occasion of the consecration of the cathedral in 1222.

Museo Diocesano 450 mt from Ellebi Dimora darte          

The Church of the San Domenico Complex.

It was built between 1441 and 1468 at the behest of the Sanseverino family. To the left of the church there is the ancient convent with an adjoining cloister, which is an extremely fine architectural example, emphasizing the transition from the Gothic style to early Renaissance features. In 1588 it hosted the philosopher Tommaso Campanella who had been attracted to Cosenza by the thought and work of Bernardino Telesio. The Rosary Chapel is a splendid and true masterpiece of Baroque art.

Chiesa di San Domenico 500 mt from Ellebi Dimora D'arte           

The M.A.B. (Bilotti Outdoor Museum).

It stretches from Piazza deiBruzi, where City Hall is located, to Piazza Carlo Francesco Bilotti (formerly Piazza Luigi Fera), along a 1.2-kilometer pedestrian areaand it encompasses sculptures by the greatest national and international artists donated by patron Carlo Bilotti.

M.A.B 750 mt from Ellebi Dimora darte