Sant'Agostino, Rimini, Romanesque-Gothic Catholic church in Rimini, Italy
Sant'Agostino is a Romanesque-Gothic church in Rimini standing along Via Cairoli with a brick facade that gives it its distinctive appearance. At the rear rises a bell tower capped with a pyramidal top, forming a notable element of the overall structure.
Originally named San Giovanni Evangelista when founded in 1069, the church took its current name in 1247 when Augustinian monks came to settle there. This change of name reflected a shift in the religious order that maintained the building.
Inside, the walls display 14th-century frescoes showing scenes from the life of Saint Augustine and the Last Judgement. These paintings came to light after major earthquakes and remain visible for visitors to see today.
The church can be visited during its opening hours, which are maintained regularly for public access. Being an active place of worship, visitors should show appropriate respect and consideration while inside.
The building served as a refuge for a noble Rimini family during a dangerous period of political conflict in the late 15th century. These events connect the church to the turbulent years of local political struggle.
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