The highlight of our visit to Palermo today has to be the basilica, Cappella Palatina, which forms part of the Norman palace . Founded in 1132 by Roger II it is the pinnacle of Arab-Norman art. In the central apse is Christ Pantocrator whilst the niches house the Four Evangelists. The wooden roof is a masterpiece of Muslim art along with the marble pulpit and candelabrum. The overall design and perfection to detail make this an unmissable monument.
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Christ Pantocrator -
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Muslim wooden ceiling -
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Old testament scene -
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Marble candelabrum
