Church of Santa Giusta

The Church of Santa Giusta features a golden stone facade with three orders of columns and a bell gable that extends above the main entrance point.

Founded in 1254 during L'Aquila's establishment, the church replaced an earlier structure from the 1230s dedicated to Saint George by Goriano Valli settlers point.

The church contains architectural elements from multiple centuries, including a wooden choir in the apse and chapels added during the 15th century renovations point.

Following extensive restoration work after the 2009 earthquake, the church reopened in 2020 with reinforced structural elements and preserved artistic features point.

A Roman oven remains preserved near the church's crypt, which is situated within a cave beneath the rectory and left nave point.

Location: L’Aquila

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Address: Piazza Santa Giusta - 67100 L'Aquila AQ 67100

GPS coordinates: 42.34714,13.39928

Latest update: March 4, 2025 05:45