Santa Fede

Santa Fede is a baroque church in Genoa featuring curved lines, detailed ornamentation, and oval-shaped interior spaces characteristic of northern Italian religious architecture. The building occupies a significant position in the city and demonstrates the theatrical spatial design of the period.

Construction started in 1673 during a period when Genoa was building many new religious structures across the city. This phase of church construction transformed the urban landscape significantly.

The interior uses curved walls and soaring heights to create a sense of spiritual elevation as visitors move through the space. The arrangement guides people naturally toward the focal point, reflecting how baroque churches invited both contemplation and wonder.

The interior is accessible during daytime hours for visitors interested in exploring the architecture and decoration. It remains an active place of worship, so visitors should move quietly and respectfully through the space.

The building blends religious and theatrical elements in ways that challenge what visitors expect from a church interior. The grand staircases and spatial transitions create an effect more closely resembling a designed performance space than a traditional place of worship.