San Giovenale, Romanesque co-cathedral in Narni, Italy
Description
San Giovenale is a Romanesque co-cathedral in Narni featuring a facade with three entrance doors and a Renaissance porch. The interior divides into two side aisles containing several chapels decorated with baroque elements and religious artworks.
History
Construction of this church began in the early Middle Ages and received imperial protection from Emperor Henry III in 1047. After a long building period, it was consecrated by Pope Eugene III in 1145 and underwent several transformations over the following centuries.
Culture
The chapel dedicated to Saint Luke displays paintings from Renaissance artists that show religious moments from different periods. These artworks reflect traditions that have been maintained in this sanctuary over many centuries.
Practical
Piazza Cavour serves as the central location to reach the building, with an elevator from Suffraggio parking for convenient access to the church. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes since the surrounding area features historic cobblestones and uneven ground.
Did you know?
Beneath the building lies a chamber containing an 8th-century sandstone sarcophagus with the saint's relics inside. This precious discovery was made in 1642 and represents a rare testimony to early Christian veneration at this location.
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