San Giovanni Evangelista, Romanesque church in Turin, Italy.
San Giovanni Evangelista is a Romanesque church in Turin located along Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, featuring three naves and a bell tower approximately 45 meters tall. The building displays characteristic early Romanesque architectural elements with clear lines and solid construction.
The church was founded in 1878 and opened in 1882, designed by Edoardo Arborio Mella. During these four years of construction, an important addition to Turin's architectural heritage was completed.
The church is named after John the Evangelist and serves as an active place of worship for the local community. The three naves create an open interior layout that draws visitors naturally through the space.
The church entrance is located on Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, making it easy to find. Visitors should note that the interior can be viewed during service hours when the doors are typically open.
The interior houses an organ with approximately 3600 pipes built by Giuseppe Bernasconi. The walls are decorated with encaustic paintings by Carlo Costa, Enrico Reffo, and Giuseppe Rollini that form part of the artistic interior.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
