Nostra Signora delle Grazie, 17th-century religious sanctuary in Nuoro, Italy
Nostra Signora delle Grazie is a church building from the 17th century in Nuoro with a single nave, a barrel vault, and an elevated square presbytery. A 19th-century neoclassical altar sits in the choir area and shows how the design changed over time.
In 1679 Bishop Francesco Lopez de Urraca granted Nicolau Ruju Manca permission to build a church for the Virgin of Grace. Work to complete and later adapt the structure shaped it into what stands today.
The walls display 18th-century frescoes depicting apostles, prophets, and biblical scenes painted by the workshop of Pietro Antonio and Gregorio Are. These images shape how the interior feels and tell religious stories to those who take time to look closely.
Access comes through a granite staircase or two side entrances, with one leading to a former pilgrim hostel with a cloister. Visitors should be prepared for varied levels and step changes around the building.
The trachyte portal shows zoomorphic and floral designs on its capitals that match the decorative elements of the rose window above. This careful coordination between entrance and window shows how much care was taken with details that visitors often miss.
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