Sant'Eligio Maggiore, Gothic church in Piazza Mercato, Naples, Italy.
The Sant'Eligio Maggiore church displays Gothic architectural elements with pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and a refined stone facade facing Piazza Mercato.
Charles I of Anjou commissioned the construction of Sant'Eligio Maggiore in 1270, establishing it as the first Angevin church in Naples.
Local artisans and craftsmen financially supported the church's construction, resulting in dedicated chapels for saints considered protectors of specific trades.
The church maintains regular visiting hours and stands at the intersection of Via Sant'Eligio and Via Vicaria Vecchia, with contact available at +39 081 252 5711.
World War II bomb damage revealed previously unknown Provencale and Roman architectural influences hidden within the Gothic structure of the church.
Location: Naples
Inception: 1270
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
GPS coordinates: 40.84676,14.26448
Latest update: March 4, 2025 23:28
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