Santissima Annunziata Maggiore, Naples, Neoclassical church in Forcella, Naples, Italy
The Santissima Annunziata Maggiore features a concave facade, coupled Corinthian columns, and a continuous entablature adorned with coffered barrel vaulting throughout its interior.
In 1318, Queen Sancia of Majorca provided land to establish an institution for foundlings, leading to the construction of the original church at this location.
The church contains multiple chapels with distinct altarpieces, including a 14th-century wooden sculpture of Madonna de Repentiti and paintings by Giacinto Diano.
The basilica stands near public transportation routes in Naples historic center, offering regular visiting hours and maintaining an active schedule of religious services.
Until the 1870s, the church operated a revolving basket system in its wall, allowing people to safely place abandoned infants for care inside the building.
Location: Naples
Inception: 1774
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Website: http://annunziatamaggiore.it
GPS coordinates: 40.85114,14.26523
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:19
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