Monument to the Italians Fallen in Africa, Siracusa

The Monument to the Fallen Italians in Africa is a Fascist era monument, dedicated to the Italians who died during the Ethiopian War, and assembled only in the 1960s on the seashore in Siracusa, region of Sicily, Italy.

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Type: Monument
Description: war memorial in Siracusa, Sicily
Also known as: “Monumento ai Caduti d’Africa” and “Monumento ai Caduti italiani d’Africa”

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Scoglio del Carabiniere and City gate.

Scoglio del Carabiniere

Islet

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Scoglio del Carabiniere is an islet.

City gate

Archaeological site

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A city gate is a gate which is, or was, set within a city wall. It is a type of fortified gateway. City gate is situated 1½ km south of Monument to the Italians Fallen in Africa, Siracusa.

Stadio Nicola De Simone

Stadium

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Stadio Nicola de Simone is a football stadium in Syracuse, Sicily. It is the home of Siracusa football team and has a capacity of 5,946 spectators. The stadium was built in 1930 and was inaugurated in 1932. Stadio Nicola De Simone is situated 650 metres southwest of Monument to the Italians Fallen in Africa, Siracusa.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Ortygia and Santa Panagia.

Ortygia

Quarter

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Ortygia is a small island which is the historical centre of the city of Syracuse, Sicily. The island, also known as the Città Vecchia, contains many historical landmarks. The name originates from the Ancient Greek órtyx, which means "quail".