Abbey of San Salvatore

The San Salvatore Abbey features a high narrow facade with two bell towers, one remaining incomplete, and contains thirty-two decorated columns in its crypt.

The Lombard king Ratchis established the monastery in 743, which later became a significant stop for pilgrims traveling along the Via Francigena route.

The crypt columns display intricate carvings of animals, plants, and geometric patterns, representing medieval artistry and religious symbolism of the period.

Visitors can explore the small museum within the cloister, which exhibits liturgical treasures including a bust-reliquary of Pope Saint Mark.

For nearly ten centuries, this abbey housed the Codex Amiatinus, the oldest Latin Bible manuscript, before its transfer to Florence in 1786.

Location: Abbadia San Salvatore

Inception: 8 century

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Website: http://www.abbaziasansalvatore.it

Address: Via del Monastero

Website: http://abbaziasansalvatore.it

GPS coordinates: 42.88237,11.67633

Latest update: May 13, 2025 07:59