Basilica of Santa Maria a Pugliano, Neoclassical basilica in Ercolano, Italy
The Basilica of Santa Maria a Pugliano stands at the center of Ercolano with a 36-meter bell tower from the 16th century.
Records from 1076 mention gifts to Santa Maria at Pugnanum, marking the earliest documented reference to this religious structure.
The basilica contains multiple wooden sculptures from the 14th century and a statue of Madonna with Child carved from Vesuvian stone.
The basilica maintains regular mass schedules and holds special celebrations on August 15 for the Assumption of Mary festival.
Two Roman sarcophagi from the 2nd and 4th centuries are embedded in the chapel walls, previously serving as Christian altars.
Location: Ercolano
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Website: http://smapugliano.it
GPS coordinates: 40.81235,14.35262
Latest update: June 13, 2025 19:03
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