San Martino, Romanesque parish church in Palaia, Italy
Description
The Pieve di San Martino is a Romanesque parish church in Palaia with three naves supported by brick columns. The building features a raised presbytery and decorated stone portals on its front elevation.
History
The church was founded in 1280 when Church authorities created a new parish independent from the existing San Gervasio administration. This separation represented an important moment in the regional religious reorganization.
Culture
The interior holds a hexagonal baptismal font and a large marble basin brought from the former Santa Maria da Ripezzano church. These furnishings reflect how the parish community maintained its religious practices across generations.
Practical
The church welcomes visitors mainly on Sundays and holidays during the afternoon hours. It is wise to check local information or the municipality website ahead of time to confirm opening times and any restrictions.
Did you know?
The building displays multiple construction phases through its varied architectural elements, blending late Romanesque and Gothic features. This mixture allows visitors to observe different building traditions from distinct periods in a single location.
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