Church of St. Peter, Gothic church in Porto Venere, Italy
The Church of St. Peter stands on a rocky promontory overlooking the Gulf of Poets, featuring black and white striped walls and a rectangular structure.
Originally built on a pagan temple site dedicated to Venus Erycina, the church received its consecration in 1198 and underwent Genoese additions in the 13th century.
The church interior displays architectural elements from different periods, including round arches, wooden roofs, and three chapels with distinct vaulting styles.
Visitors can reach the church through an 8-minute walk along Via Calata Doria from Piazza Bastreri, where buses from La Spezia make regular stops.
During the Napoleonic period, the church transformed into a military battery to protect the Gulf of La Spezia from potential naval attacks.
Location: Porto Venere
Inception: 1198
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Website: http://www.parrocchiaportovenere.it/crbst_2.html
Website: http://parrocchiaportovenere.it/crbst_2.html
GPS coordinates: 44.04833,9.83250
Latest update: March 5, 2025 21:04
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