San Paolo di Peltuinum

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San Paolo di Peltuinum, Romanesque church in Prata d'Ansidonia, Italy.

The San Paolo di Peltuinum church features a Latin cross layout with a single nave and blind arcades along its perimeter walls.

The original structure dates from the 7th or 8th century and incorporates materials from ancient Roman buildings, including opus reticulatum blocks.

The church contains 13th-century frescoes depicting religious scenes, including Saint Paul's conversion on the road to Damascus.

Located at coordinates 42.28326, 13.62117, the church stands along the ancient L'Aquila-Foggia sheep track in the Abruzzo region.

The building's foundation rests upon a molded plinth that encircles the structure, indicating its construction over a former pagan temple site.

Location: Prata d'Ansidonia

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 42.28326,13.62117

Latest update: March 9, 2025 20:02

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