Tempio a Minerva Medica, Neoclassical temple in Montefoscoli, Italy.
The temple features eight Ionic columns supporting a portico, with a grand stone staircase leading to the entrance decorated with marble medallions.
Professor Andrea Vaccà Berlinghieri commissioned architect Ridolfo Castinelli to build this temple between 1821 and 1823 in memory of his father Francesco.
This temple honors Minerva Medica, the Roman goddess of medicine and wisdom, with decorative elements including owl medallions and olive branches.
Visitors must schedule their tours in advance through the official website, with guided visits available from 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily.
The temple's construction materials came from local sources, including bricks manufactured at the Vaccà furnace by Montefoscoli residents.
Location: Palaia
Architects: Ridolfo Castinelli
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Address: Località Il Poggio
GPS coordinates: 43.58478,10.75617
Latest update: March 6, 2025 02:46
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