Santa Croce, Baroque church in Turin, Italy
Santa Croce is a baroque church in Turin featuring rich decorations on its facade, including statues of saints, representations of virtues, and a central oval window. The interior displays curved forms and ornamental details that define the baroque style.
Construction began in 1620 under Carlo di Castellamonte and was completed between 1715 and 1718 under architect Filippo Juvarra. The long building period shows how baroque projects evolved over many decades.
The church and its neighbor San Carlo form a balanced pair that visitors notice as they move through the square. This symmetrical arrangement reflects how the city was designed to create orderly, harmonious spaces.
The church is open during regular service times, with hours displayed at the entrance for both visitors and worshippers. It is best to visit quietly and respectfully, as it remains an active place of worship.
A Discalced Carmelite convent once stood next to the church until 1802, when Napoleonic forces shut down the religious order in the city. The location has continued to serve as a space for prayer.
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