Santa Rita da Cascia alle Vergini, Baroque church in Trevi district, Rome, Italy
Description
Santa Rita da Cascia alle Vergini is a Baroque building located at the intersection of Via delle Vergini and Via dell'Umiltà. The structure features a Greek cross floor plan with elaborate Baroque decorations, a wooden organ positioned near the entrance, and a chapel built in 1912 that replicates the Lourdes grotto.
History
The building was originally constructed in 1615 as Santa Maria delle Vergini and underwent major reconstruction from 1634 to 1636. Architect Domenico Castelli completed the work in 1660, while the facade was shaped in its current form by Mattia de Rossi in 1681.
Culture
The church serves as a place of worship for people from Umbria who live in or visit Rome. Daily religious services take place here, creating a living spiritual center for the community.
Practical
The interior is accessible from the street and can be visited during opening hours. Visitors should keep in mind that this is an active place of worship, so respectful behavior during any religious services is important.
Did you know?
The dome displays a fresco by Michelangelo Ricciolini depicting the Glory of Paradise. This artistic work is a rarely noticed example of Baroque ceiling painting in Rome and often escapes the attention of visitors.
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