San Gaetano, Renaissance church in Brescia, Italy
San Gaetano is a church in Brescia that presents a restrained exterior while the interior surprises with elaborate stucco work and painted frescoes covering the walls and ceiling. The decorations span multiple surfaces, creating a rich visual experience as you move through the space.
The church was built in 1588 for the Oratorian community and passed to the Theatine order in 1691, which is when it took its current name. The transition between orders shaped the building's role in Brescia's religious landscape.
The church houses numerous artworks, including ceiling frescoes depicting the Assumption of the Virgin, created between 1745 and 1759 by Pietro Scalvini and other artists.
The church sits at the corner of Via Calegari and Via Monti, making it easy to locate within the city center. As an active place of worship, it operates according to liturgical schedules, so plan your visit accordingly.
Inside you will find a restored Tamburini organ, a carefully maintained instrument that reflects the building's musical heritage. The organ remains playable and adds another sensory layer to the decorated interior.
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