San Strato a Posillipo, Naples, Renaissance church in Posillipo, Italy
San Strato a Posillipo is a Renaissance church built on a hillside in the Posillipo district that overlooks the Bay of Naples. The building features white walls and architectural elements typical of that period, shaped by modifications over subsequent centuries.
The church was founded in 1266 after Greek Orthodox converts requested its construction at a location where an ancient temple had once stood. Between the 1500s and the 1700s, the building underwent multiple reconstructions and modifications.
The wooden statue of Saint Strato inside was created by a local sculptor and represents the craftsmanship valued in the community. It draws the attention of visitors walking through the church today.
The church is open to visitors and can be entered through the main entrance on Via Posillipo. The location on a hillside means visitors should expect some climbing and wear comfortable shoes.
The building underwent extensive restoration after suffering serious damage from earthquakes in the 1930s and 1980s. This major renovation allowed it to recover and reopen to the public in recent decades.
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