Santissima Annunziata, Baroque church in Via della Madonna, Livorno, Italy.
Description
Santissima Annunziata is a baroque church in Livorno with a stone facade, Tuscan columns, and a triangular pediment adorning its front. Inside, a 1610 iconostasis created by Greek master Anthimos Kolas occupies a prominent place, decorated with religious imagery following Orthodox tradition.
History
Construction started in 1606 under architect Alessandro Pieroni to serve the Greek Catholic community following the Byzantine rite. The building suffered damage during World War II and was later restored.
Culture
The name refers to the Annunciation, a scene central to Christian faith that shapes how visitors and worshippers understand the building's purpose. This religious concept influences the decoration and spiritual focus of the space.
Practical
This church stands within walking distance of other religious buildings in the area, making it convenient to visit several sites in one trip. Plan your visit to align with service times, as these affect when the building is accessible to casual visitors.
Did you know?
After World War II destruction, fiberglass replicas of two original statues were reinstalled on the facade in 2012, representing virtues like Innocence. This modern reconstruction reveals how the building has been carefully restored over time.
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