Saint Rosalia Church

Saint Rosalia Church is a baroque religious building in Palestrina featuring curved facades and ornate stonework on its exterior. Inside, the space displays symmetrical layouts and decorative elements that follow Roman baroque design principles of its period.

The church was built in 1656 under the direction of architect Francesco Contini during the Counter-Reformation period. Its construction reflected the religious and artistic goals that the Catholic Church pursued at that time.

The church stands as a testament to the regional devotion to Saint Rosalia, who gained prominence after the miraculous end of a plague in Palermo.

The church is accessible through its main entrance at the central square with regular visiting hours. Visitors can find the location centrally positioned in Palestrina and straightforward to reach.

The building combines Roman baroque elements with local building techniques specific to the Palestrina region. The finely carved stone patterns reflect craftsmanship that is characteristic of this area.

Location: Palestrina

Inception: 1656

Architects: Francesco Contini

Architectural style: baroque architecture

GPS coordinates: 41.84050,12.89172

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:13