Public Domain Mark
You can use this work for any purpose without restriction under copyright law. Read more about this licence.
Credit
The vaults of the Capuchin tombs in Palermo. Wood engraving by E. de S. Wellcome Collection. Public Domain Mark. Source: Wellcome Collection.
The Catacombe dei Cappucini date back to the sixteenth century when local priests mummified a holy monk for all to see. In time locals wanted their relatives remembered in this way. The last monk interred was Brother Riccardo of Palermo, who died in 1871. The halls are divided into categories: men, women, virgins, children, priests, monks and professionals
| Location | Status | Access | |
|---|---|---|---|
Closed stores |