Sant'Alessandro in Zebedia Church, Baroque church in central Milan, Italy
Description
Sant'Alessandro in Zebedia is a Baroque church in central Milan featuring a Greek cross layout contained within a rectangular plan. Free-standing columns support the interior, while multiple domes and bell towers crown the exterior structure.
History
The first stone was laid in 1602 under Cardinal Federico Borromeo's direction, with Lorenzo Binago directing the initial design and Francesco Maria Richini overseeing its completion. The construction reflected the religious and artistic ambitions of the Baroque period in Milan.
Culture
The interior displays works by Lombard artists from the 17th and 18th centuries, including paintings by Camillo Procaccini and Daniele Crespi scattered across its chapels. These artworks shape the visual character of the space and reflect the artistic vitality of that era.
Practical
The building sits on a square behind Piazza Missori near several side streets in Milan's first district. The location is easy to reach on foot from the city center.
Did you know?
The remains of Bernabò Visconti and Regina della Scala were moved here after their original placement in San Giovanni in Conca. This transfer connects the church to the legacy of Milan's most powerful ruling family.
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