San Michele Arcangelo, Baroque church in Turin, Italy
Description
San Michele Arcangelo is a Baroque church in Turin featuring classical stone decorations and symmetrical architectural design throughout. The building displays the characteristic style of late 18th-century Italian religious architecture with carefully detailed stonework.
History
Construction began in 1784 during a period of religious architectural growth in late 18th-century Turin. The church was built when the city was creating new religious structures with lasting Baroque influence.
Culture
The church follows the Byzantine Rite, offering insight into Orthodox religious practice within the predominantly Catholic city. Visitors can experience a different form of Christian tradition expressed through its liturgy and decoration.
Practical
The church is located at Via Giovanni Giolitti 37 with straightforward street access for visitors and worshippers. The main entrance faces the street, making it easy to find and enter from the surrounding area.
Did you know?
The church combines Italian Baroque design principles with Byzantine religious traditions, creating a rare blend in Turin's religious architecture. This fusion makes it a notable example of how different Christian traditions can coexist within the city.
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