San Michele Arcangelo

San Michele Arcangelo is a Rococo church building in Naples featuring an ornate facade with two distinct architectural levels. The exterior displays decorative columned elements and arches that frame the entrance area in an elaborate design.

The building originated in the 18th century through reconstruction of an earlier church known as Santa Maria della Provvidenza. Architect Domenico Antonio Vaccaro oversaw the transformation, while Giuseppe Astarita later expanded the structure.

The church is dedicated to Saint Michael the Archangel, a figure whose image appears throughout the interior artworks. This dedication reflects a local religious tradition that shaped how people used and understood the space.

The building is accessible to visitors following major restoration work and serves both religious services and architectural appreciation. The location near Port'Alba makes it easy to reach on foot while exploring the historic center.

The sacristy houses a marble baptismal font from 1758 designed by Nicola Tagliacozzi Canale that visitors often overlook. Nearby stand two walnut pews from 1772 featuring oval marble reliefs depicting biblical scenes, adding forgotten details to the interior.

Location: Naples

Inception: 1620

Architectural style: Rococo

GPS coordinates: 40.84830,14.24976

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:44