St. Jacob Basilica in Bellagio

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St. Jacob Basilica in Bellagio, Romanesque basilica in Bellagio, Italy.

The St. Jacob Basilica features three naves, a bell tower on the left side of the facade, and two reconstructed apses from 1904.

Construction of this religious edifice began in the year 1100, with Masters of Como implementing Roman-Lombard architectural principles throughout the structure.

The interior contains religious artworks spanning multiple centuries, including a 12th-century crucifix and a triptych by Foppa from 1432.

Located on Piazza della Chiesa in central Bellagio, the basilica holds regular masses starting at 9:00 AM and maintains open hours for visitors.

The building houses a 500-year-old altar and contains 900 early mosaics displaying religious themes and intricate geometric patterns throughout the interior spaces.

Location: Bellagio

Inception: 11 century

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 45.98798,9.26204

Latest update: June 13, 2025 19:03

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