Santa Maria Assunta, Romanesque church in Gambassi Terme, Italy
Santa Maria Assunta is a Romanesque church in Gambassi Terme featuring three naves divided by monolithic columns. The yellow sandstone facade displays horizontal divisions that reflect the interior structure.
Archbishop Sigeric of Canterbury documented this church around 990-994 as the twentieth stop on the Via Francigena pilgrimage route. This indicates the site's significance for pilgrims traveling to Rome.
The handcrafted capitals of the interior columns display individual artisan signatures, including one by Johannes Bunvivulus, indicating his involvement in the church's construction. These details reveal the craft practices of the period.
The church is accessible during summer months from Thursday to Sunday, so visitors should plan their timing accordingly. Early arrival is recommended to allow time for exploring the interior and architectural details.
Archaeological work in 1957 uncovered remains of the original Romanesque apse during structural reinforcement operations. This discovery helped reveal the building's original architecture and construction methods.
Location: Gambassi Terme
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
GPS coordinates: 43.54692,10.95789
Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:08
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