Chiesa di San Nicolao, Romanesque church in Giornico, Switzerland
The Chiesa di San Nicolao is a Romanesque church in Giornico with three naves supported by stone columns and round arches. The interior is divided into sections by these architectural elements, and the structure reflects typical medieval church design.
The church was founded in the 14th century and underwent major renovation in the 17th century. This reworking led to significant changes, including the addition of a new choir.
The church houses artworks from the 17th century, including fragments of a large polyptych that reflect regional artistic traditions of that time. These pieces show how important this place was for local artistic patronage.
The location is at Via San Nicolao 12 and is normally accessible to visitors, making it easy to explore the church. It is wise to check opening hours beforehand, as religious sites sometimes may be reserved during certain times.
The bell tower preserves original Romanesque windows with stone mullions, showing how medieval craftsmen worked out these details. This unusual preservation of such fine architectural details makes the tower notable.
Location: Giornico
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Part of: list of cultural properties in Giornico
Address: Via San Nicolao 12, 6745 Giornico
GPS coordinates: 46.40051,8.87426
Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:07
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