The town of Noto is home to one of Sicily's most beautiful historic centres. The town that you see today dates to the early 18th century when it was almost entirely rebuilt in the wake of the devastating 1693 earthquake. It boasts a rich cultural heritage, a collection of impressive Baroque-style buildings, and some historic treasures. It serves as the gateway to the Valley of the Sicilian Baroque. Visitors can take a scenic walk along the Corso Vittorio Emanuele, an elegant walkway fringed by beautiful baroque palazzi and churches. Other highlights include: the Arco di Trionfo, the Corso Vittorio Emanuele, the heart of Noto, the piazza Immacolata, the Church of Saint Francis Immaculate and the Franciscan monastery.