Porta Nuova

so pretty landmark of palermo

so pretty landmark of palermo. near around also getting very big and beautiful historical building. worth to take time for visit

Gates.

These look to be like giant old city gates at the head of the main road through the town. They are quite grand and in great shape.

Massive gate house

We stumbled on the gate house on our way back, the building is massive. The top seems to have rooms or at least looks like it. It is a great way to know where you are if you are in the main streets.

Well worth going out of the way

Rent an electric scooter and ride around Palermo. Make a stop at this amazing archway. This is part of the Norman Castle. Absolutely awesome.

Historic Land Entry to the Old City

For many years this gate served as the principal land entry into Palermo. This is the second gate to stand in this location and dates from 1669. It was built after fire destroyed the 15th century ...