Collegiate church Santa Maria Maggiore, Religious monument in Spello, Italy
The Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Maggiore in Spello is a religious structure featuring a Romanesque exterior and a cross-vaulted interior. Inside, seven altars are decorated with elaborate stucco ornaments from the 17th century.
The structure was built between the 11th and 12th centuries and underwent major renovation in 1644, when its current facade was constructed. This significant transformation reshaped its appearance to the form visitors see today.
The Baglioni Chapel displays Renaissance frescoes by Pinturicchio showing sibyls seated on thrones, while the main altar holds a stone ciborium crafted by Rocco di Tommaso.
The church is located at Piazza Matteotti 18 in Spello and belongs to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Foligno. It sits in the town center, making it easily walkable from most parts of the town.
The floor of the Baglioni Chapel features Deruta majolica tiles from the 16th century, decorated in bright colors with geometric and floral patterns. Nearby stands a marble baptistery created during the same era, showcasing the craftsmanship of local artisans of that period.
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