San Romolo a Gaville

San Romolo a Gaville is a Romanesque church in Figline e Incisa Valdarno with three naves separated by square pillars and monolithic stone columns. The column capitals display various animal and geometric patterns that enrich the interior with fine detail.

The church was founded in 1007 by the Ubertini family and Bishop Raimondo of Fiesole, then grew gradually over decades. It reached its current form around 1070 after a long construction process.

The carved capitals inside show biblical scenes and sacred figures that tell stories of faith through stone. These decorations reveal how the community wanted to preserve its spiritual beliefs in the building itself.

The church sits near the Casa della Civiltà Contadina museum, which displays agricultural objects from the region. Visitors can explore both sites together to learn more about life in this area.

The bell tower holds three historical bells from different periods that document religious activity across centuries. Each bell arrived at different times and reflects the needs and resources of its era.

Location: Figline e Incisa Valdarno

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 43.58683,11.42843

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:05