Church of St. Mary of the Angels, Renaissance former church in central Florence, Italy.
The Church of St. Mary of the Angels features an octagonal structure with eight side chapels and stands at a height of seven meters.
Construction of the church began in 1434 under architect Filippo Brunelleschi but stopped in 1437 when Florence seized funds for military campaigns.
The building represents an architectural shift from traditional cross-shaped churches toward centralized plans that influenced later Renaissance religious structures.
The structure maintains its original foundation walls and demonstrates early Renaissance architectural principles through its geometric proportions and symmetrical design.
Two Florentine merchants, Matteo and Andrea Scolari, financed this octagonal church project, which remained incomplete according to Brunelleschi's initial plans.
Location: Florence
Location: borough 1
Inception: 15 century
Architects: Filippo Brunelleschi
Part of: Monastery of Santa Maria degli Angeli, Florence
GPS coordinates: 43.77452,11.26088
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:32
Hospital of Innocents
182 m
Hospital of Santa Maria Nuova
147 m
Leonardo da Vinci Interactive Museum
162 m
Teatro della Pergola
140 m
Leonardo da Vinci interactive museum
158 m
Round of Brunelleschi
98 m
Palazzo Budini Gattai
193 m
Church of Sant'Egidio
71 m
Palazzo Niccolini
169 m
Oratory of St Thomas Aquinas
169 m
Palazzo Giugni
83 m
Palazzo di Sforza Almeni
173 m
Palazzo Compagni
192 m
Museo degli Innocenti
120 m
Casa del Mutilato
60 m
Casa di Benvenuto Cellini
188 m
Chiostro degli Angeli
50 m
Clinica della Maternità
126 m
Palazzo Durazzo, Florence
134 m
Casa dell'Arte della Lana
114 m
Via dei Fibbiai
146 m
Casa Merciai
179 m
Palazzo Guidi Raggio
78 m
Tiratoio della Pergola
150 m
Casa Bardi
149 m
Santissima Concezione
126 m
Museo de' Medici
107 m
Palazzo delle Due Fontane
190 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes