Santa Maria in Aquiro, Renaissance church in Piazza Capranica, Rome, Italy
Description
Santa Maria in Aquiro is a church at Piazza Capranica in Rome with a symmetrical facade designed during the Renaissance period. The building displays classical architectural proportions with ornate decoration, and its interior features paintings spanning multiple artistic eras.
History
The church traces its roots back to earlier times, but underwent fundamental rebuilding in 1774 that reshaped it into the Renaissance structure seen today. This major reconstruction marked a turning point in the building's physical form and appearance.
Culture
The church holds artworks from different periods that show how artists have left their mark here. Visitors can observe how religious painting and artistic expression come together in this space.
Practical
The church sits in central Rome and is easily reached by public transportation, with several stops nearby. Visitors should allow time to explore the various rooms and artworks inside.
Did you know?
The chapels inside hold paintings by artists influenced by Caravaggio, including works by Carlo Saraceni. These pieces reflect how the artistic currents of the time were expressed in this space.
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