Abbazia di Sant'Egidio, Romanesque church building in Fontanella di Sotto il Monte Giovanni XXIII, Italy
Description
Abbazia di Sant'Egidio is a Romanesque church building with three naves that end in three apses and features a sturdy bell tower. The structure displays classical Romanesque architectural elements including semicircular forms and stone detailing.
History
The abbey was founded in 1080 by Alberto da Prezzate and represents the Cluniac monastic tradition. Inside are frescoes from the 12th to 15th centuries that show artistic development across several centuries.
Culture
The abbey is connected to an Ecumenical Studies Center dedicated to Pope John XXIII, which continues to promote interfaith dialogue today.
Practical
The building is open daily from morning until sunset for visitors to explore. Regular Sunday services take place, which visitors are welcome to attend.
Did you know?
Within the abbey grounds stands a sarcophagus that local tradition holds contains the remains of Queen Teoperga. This archaeological relic connects the site to early medieval regional history.
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