Église Saint-François-de-Paule, Neoclassical church in Old Town, Nice, France
Église Saint-François-de-Paule is a Baroque church in the Old Town of Nice with a rectangular nave divided by four side chapels. Large paintings in grey and neutral tones decorate the walls, reflecting the artistic traditions of the region.
The building was constructed between 1736 and 1775 as a convent for the Minimes brotherhood. Following the French Revolution, it transitioned to serving as a parish church with a new civic role.
The interior shows how the Minimes brotherhood expressed their faith through religious artworks and careful decoration. Visitors can sense the spiritual purpose that shaped every element of the space.
Entry to the church is free and it welcomes visitors throughout most days of the week. The entrance on Rue Saint-François de Paule is easy to locate, situated near the waterfront in the heart of Old Town.
The facade was designed by architect Pietro Bonvicini and merges late Baroque features from Piedmont with French Neoclassical elements. This blend is unusual in Nice and reveals how local builders drew inspiration from different parts of Europe.
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