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Other attractions include the Norman Arc, that is the remains of the old Norman Castle built in 1073 and demolished in 1880, and a number of churches, including the Royal Saint Nicholas ( San Nicolò Regale ) Church, a rare example of Norman architecture built in 1124, the Seminary, built in 1710, which surrounds the main local piazza, Piazza della Repubblica, and St. Vitus on the Sea ( San Vito a Mare ) Church.

In honour of St. Vitus, the official patronal saint as well as a native of Mazara del Vallo, the St. Vitus Feast ( Lu Fistinu di Santu Vitu ) is held every year.