The church of the godfather and monastery in the mountain village of Forza d'Agrò by Silva Wischeropp

About "The church of the godfather and monastery in the mountain village of Forza d'Agrò"

by Silva Wischeropp

About the artwork

This mysterious and architectural photo was taken in the small, tranquil mountain village of Forza d'Agrò on the island of Sicily in southern Italy. The tiny village achieved its popularity through the film adaptation of "The Godfather" (directed by Francis Ford Coppola). Several world-famous film scenes were shot here in the neighbouring Catholic churches. A visit to Forza d'Agrò has now become a special attraction for anyone travelling to Sicily.

This beautiful Catholic church from the Middle Ages was photographed on 29 October 2024 in the early evening hours with the NIKON D800 camera (lens: NIKKOR 24.0-70.0 mm f/2.8).

A real feast for the eyes and a visual treat for true lovers and fans of the category: Lost Places.
The famous, well-preserved church of the Godfather, which was the location for part 1 of the film (The Godfather 1), shines in the piazza of the mountain village.
The photographic motif shows a very charming medieval church with its neighbouring monastery in the tranquil mountain village of Forza d'Agrò on the island of Sicily in southern Italy.

The famous mountain village, which became world-famous as the location for the film "The Godfather", is located directly on the east coast of Sicily and is characterised by breathtaking, old and dilapidated houses, cobbled pavements, knightly castles and magnificent buildings in the style of the Middle Ages.