Santa Maria del Faro, Naples, Baroque church in Posillipo, Naples, Italy.
The Santa Maria del Faro church presents a stone facade with decorative marble elements and incorporates fragments of Roman sarcophagi within its structure.
Founded in the 13th century, the church received an 18th-century restoration under architect Ferdinando Sanfelice with support from the Mazza family.
The church maintains regular Catholic services and religious ceremonies, serving as a central gathering place for the Posillipo neighborhood community.
Located at coordinates 40.79575° N and 14.19135° E, the church offers regular mass schedules and remains open for visitors during daylight hours.
The building stands on the site of a former Roman lighthouse, with sections of the ancient Villa of Pausylipon integrated into its construction.
Location: Naples
Architectural style: baroque architecture
GPS coordinates: 40.79575,14.19135
Latest update: March 16, 2025 13:18
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