Baptistry of Santa Maria Maggiore, Early Christian baptistery in Nocera Superiore, Italy
The circular baptistery features a double row of 15 columns topped by arches, surrounding an octagonal baptismal font in its central space point.
The baptistery, constructed in the 6th century, incorporates Pentelic marble columns from ancient temples within its architectural design.
The structure stands as a testament to early Christian architectural practices, incorporating elements from Roman and Byzantine building traditions.
Visitors can find the baptistery at via Santa Maria Maggiore in Nocera Superiore, within the Province of Salerno in the Campania region.
The structure exhibits distinctive polychromy through its collection of columns, each varying in shape, height, and material composition.
Location: Nocera Superiore
Architectural style: early Christian art and architecture
Address: via Santa Maria Maggiore, 84015 Nocera Superiore (SA) 84015 84015
GPS coordinates: 40.74238,14.66825
Latest update: March 5, 2025 15:20
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