San Giovanni Evangelista, Benedictine abbey in Parma, Italy
The church features three naves with cross vaults, a Latin cross layout, and a dome at the transept intersection with marble columns supporting arches.
Bishop Sigefredo II established the abbey in 980 on the site of a former oratory dedicated to Saint Columban, appointing John as its first abbot.
The dome, painted by Correggio in 1520, depicts the Vision of Saint John through a complex arrangement of figures ascending toward the central light.
The church opens daily from 8:30 to 12:00 and 15:30 to 19:30, with Sunday masses scheduled at 10:00 and 12:00, weekday masses at 10:30 and 19:00.
The ancient monastery pharmacy, established by Benedictine monks, now serves as a museum displaying historical pharmaceutical instruments and preparations.
Location: Parma
Inception: 1510
Architects: Bernardino Zaccagni, Simone Moschino
Architectural style: Renaissance architecture, baroque architecture
Website: http://monasterosangiovanni.com
GPS coordinates: 44.80293,10.33219
Latest update: May 10, 2025 22:02
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