Santa Maria Assunta, Minor basilica in Montecatini Terme, Italy
Description
Santa Maria Assunta is a minor basilica featuring an octagonal floor plan with four chapels flanking the presbytery area and topped by a spherical dome clad in travertine. The interior space appears bright and well-ordered through its geometric design and contemporary construction materials.
History
The current basilica was constructed between 1953 and 1958, replacing an earlier neoclassical church designed by Luigi de Cambray Digny in 1833. This new building represented a modernization of the worship site in Montecatini.
Culture
The interior features stained glass windows by Giorgio Scalco and a central crucifix carved by Florentine sculptor Sauro Cavallini that shape the worship space. These artworks create a spiritual environment where locals and visitors experience sacred art daily.
Practical
The basilica is located at Via Giuseppe Mazzini 1 and welcomes visitors interested in religious architecture and sacred art throughout the week. Check opening hours before visiting, as services and access may vary depending on the day.
Did you know?
The building employs reinforced concrete engineering as a modern foundation while preserving traditional religious architectural elements throughout. This blend of contemporary construction and classic design details makes it noteworthy for architecture enthusiasts.
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