Chiesa di Santa Maria del Gesù, International Gothic church in Modica, Italy.
The church features a pointed portal entrance, intricate stone carvings, cross-vaulted ceilings, and eight-light porticos within its two-tiered cloister structure.
The Observant Franciscans constructed the church between 1478 and 1481, with support from Countess Giovanna Ximenes de Cabrera to commemorate her daughter's marriage.
The complex served as a center for philosophy, theology, and sacred writing studies until the late 17th century, attracting scholars from across Sicily.
The church reopened for visitors in April 2011 after extensive restoration work, now offering access to both the main building and adjacent cloister.
Each column in the cloister displays different ornamental patterns, making it an exceptional example of Late Gothic architecture in Southern Italy.
Location: Modica
Inception: 1478
Architectural style: International Gothic
Website: http://santamariadelgesu.com
GPS coordinates: 36.87213,14.75862
Latest update: March 9, 2025 02:12
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