Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata, Baroque church in Forza d'Agrò, Italy.
Description
Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata is a Baroque church in Forza d'Agrò, Sicily, with three naves supported by columns and pillars. The interior features a wooden ceiling and a 17th-century walnut choir in the central apse, while side chapels hold marble altars.
History
The original 15th-century church was destroyed by the 1649 earthquake and subsequently rebuilt with a new orientation. Completion took until 1707 and was made possible by donations from local people.
Culture
The church serves as the spiritual center of the village and remains an active place of worship for the local community. Its artwork and altars represent centuries of religious devotion in Sicily.
Practical
The church is accessible to visitors as the main parish church and is located in the center of Forza d'Agrò. It is best to check opening times before visiting, as religious services may affect public access.
Did you know?
A wooden painted crucifix from the Sicilian school with Giotto influences survived the 1649 earthquake undamaged. This remarkable work remains intact today and is often overlooked by visitors despite being one of the oldest artworks in the church.
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