San Jacopino church, Romanesque Revival church in San Jacopino district, Florence, Italy.
Description
San Jacopino church is a religious building in the San Jacopino district of Florence, built in a classical style with symmetrical proportions and rounded arches. The exterior displays characteristic features of Romanesque Revival design throughout its structure.
History
The church was built and inaugurated in 1931, replacing an earlier religious structure that stood on the same site. It emerged during a period when Florence was modernizing its architectural landscape.
Culture
The church holds a notable terracotta Madonna with Child sculpture from 1932, reflecting how religious art was created during that period. This work shows the local artistic style that flourished in Florence at the time.
Practical
Visitors can explore the church during daytime hours, with regular visiting times to be noted in advance. The location is easily accessible on foot and offers straightforward entry for those wishing to visit.
Did you know?
The building was constructed in the 1930s and embodies the modern religious architecture of that era. It represents a rare example of this period in a neighborhood typically dominated by older structures.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Florence).
Stazione Leopolda
509 m
Fortezza da Basso
750 m
Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
533 m
Orti Oricellari
813 m
Teatro Comunale di Firenze
808 m
Palazzo Corsini al Prato
636 m
St. James Episcopal Church, Florence, Italy
688 m
Casa dello Studente
628 m
Statuto
510 m
Palazzo di Valfonda
839 m
Condominio in San Jacopino
228 m
Palazzo Venturi Ginori
790 m
Torre della Serpe
592 m
Parco della musica e della cultura
532 m
San Jacopo di Ripoli
700 m
San Martino alla Scala
823 m
Victor Emmanuel II monument
737 m
Adorazione Perpetua
730 m
Rotonde des Barbetti
846 m
Sacro Cuore al Romito
692 m
Sant'Anna sul Prato
740 m
Beata Elisabetta Vendramini
798 m
Biblioteca Fabrizio De Andrè di Firenze
257 m
Fountain of Queen Victoria
781 m
Teatro L'Amicizia
549 m
Torre di via Alamanni
704 m
Santi Maria e Giuseppe sul Prato
756 m
Opera di Firenze - Maggio Musicale Fiorentino
533 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes