Church of Santa Maria Assunta

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Church of Santa Maria Assunta, Renaissance church building in Esine, Italy.

The Church of Santa Maria Assunta features a rectangular nave with a wooden ceiling supported by pointed arches and decorated with numerous frescoes.

The church origins trace back to the 6th or 7th century, with major reconstruction in the late 15th century and facade remodeling in 1776.

The interior walls display extensive frescoes by Giovanni Pietro da Cemmo from 1491-1493, depicting salvation history and religious figures.

The church opens daily from 8:00 to 18:00, allowing visitors to examine the architectural elements and artistic works inside the building.

The bell tower contains a historic bell from 1535 inscribed with 'Soli Deo honor et gloria, Sancta Dei genitrix ora pro nobis'.

Location: Esine

Architectural style: Renaissance architecture

GPS coordinates: 45.92658,10.25594

Latest update: March 29, 2025 05:57

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