Santa Maria dei Ghirli, Baroque church in Campione d'Italia, Italy.
Santa Maria dei Ghirli stands on a terrace accessible by a monumental double staircase with four flights leading from Lake Lugano.
The church structure dates back to the 7th century, with documented records from 874, and underwent major transformations between 1623 and 1625.
The church features Gothic frescoes depicting twenty episodes from Saint John the Baptist's life and contains medieval artworks representing biblical scenes.
The church displays multiple artistic periods through its frescoes, polychrome stucco decorations, and baroque statues in the choir area.
The name 'Ghirli' refers to local craftsmen who migrated seasonally like swallows, called 'ghirli' in local dialect.
Location: Campione d'Italia
Inception: 1623
Architectural style: baroque architecture
GPS coordinates: 45.96316,8.96888
Latest update: March 7, 2025 10:41
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