San Francesco, Gothic church in Pistoia, Italy
The San Francesco church features a large nave with a Tuscan wooden ceiling and numerous frescoes depicting religious scenes along its walls.
The construction of San Francesco began in 1289 after Franciscan friars relocated from the Santa Maria al Prato church to accommodate their growing congregation.
The interior walls display a substantial collection of 14th-century frescoes narrating the life and deeds of Saint Francis through detailed paintings.
The church remains accessible to visitors during morning hours until September 22, with guided tours available to explore the architectural elements.
The chapter hall contains 13th-century frescoes attributed to Antonio Vite, representing some of the earliest artistic works in the building.
Location: Pistoia
Inception: 1289
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Address: Piazza San Francesco, 1 - 5110 Pistoia (PT) 51100 51100
GPS coordinates: 43.93524,10.91219
Latest update: March 11, 2025 09:43
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