Santo Stefano Basilica, Minor basilica in Lavagna, Italy.
Santo Stefano is a baroque church in Lavagna distinguished by two marble bell towers flanking its facade. The interior contains multiple side altars decorated with marble sculptures, including an altar dedicated to the fishermen's saints Peter and Andrew, while a grand marble staircase guarded by stone lions leads to the entrance.
Construction of the baroque structure began in 1650 and its bell towers were completed 7 years later. The church received its final consecration in 1703, marking an important religious milestone for the town.
The basilica serves as the religious center of the community and hosts regular worship that reflects the town's spiritual traditions. Visitors can observe how the space brings people together for both prayer and parish life.
Visitors can contact the basilica directly for current visiting hours and access information on weekdays. The marble staircase at the entrance is steep, so wearing comfortable shoes with good grip is recommended for your visit.
The basilica maintains a specific connection to fishing and the sea through altars dedicated to the saints of fishermen. This dedication reveals how deeply the church is linked to the traditional livelihood of the local community.
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