Santa Maria in Araceli, Baroque church in Vicenza, Italy
Description
Santa Maria in Araceli is a baroque church in Vicenza featuring a marble altar created by Tommaso Bezzi in 1696. The interior contains an altarpiece with religious depictions and a 13th-century crucifix displayed on the right side.
History
Construction began between 1672 and 1680 under architect Guarino Guarini and was consecrated in 1743. The building later stood closed for decades before undergoing major restoration work that finished in 1990.
Culture
The name comes from Maria Araceli, a Marian apparition that held meaning for the local community. Inside, sacred artworks remain on display for visitors to see and witness the spiritual tradition of this place.
Practical
The church sits on Piazza Araceli in central Vicenza and is now open to visitors following its restoration. Plan time to walk through the interior and observe the altar decorations and religious artworks on display.
Did you know?
The original architectural designs by Guarino Guarini lay hidden until researchers found them in the Vatican Library in 1965. These drawings reveal details about the architect's planning process for the building.
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