Santa Maria della Pietà, Baroque Catholic church in Prato, Italy
Description
Santa Maria della Pietà is a Baroque Catholic church in Prato featuring a Tuscan-style portico at the entrance. The interior centers on an ornate altar made of polychrome marble crafted by Giovanni Battista Cennini.
History
The building was constructed between 1617 and 1620 following reports of a miraculous event that occurred nearby. The miracle involved a 14th-century image of the Madonna and Child that became the focus of this new church.
Culture
The church's name refers to a devotional image of the Madonna and Child that has long been central to worship here. Visitors will notice several artworks inside that reflect the religious importance this place held for the local community.
Practical
This church sits in the heart of Prato and welcomes both worshippers and visitors. Regular opening hours allow you to see the interior and its artworks at your leisure.
Did you know?
The convent next to the church was originally home to Carmelite nuns but later became an orphanage and now serves as a nursing home and cultural center. This transformation shows how the location shifted its purpose to meet changing community needs.
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