Santa Maria del Prato

Santa Maria del Prato is a church in Genoa with a Neoclassical facade and a Romanesque bell tower that houses multiple chapels with artworks spanning different eras. The interior space combines architectural styles and showcases an array of paintings and sculptures created over centuries.

The church grew from a small chapel dating to the 6th century, with the main building constructed around 980 and documented by 1083. These early medieval origins reflect its long presence in the spiritual life of the city.

The interior displays works by Francesco Maria Schiaffino, Lorenzo Fasolo, and Giuseppe Palmieri, including frescoes depicting Stories of David.

The location is readily accessible to visitors and sits near Genoa's port area, making it easy to reach. Its position allows tourists to include the church in a wider exploration of the city.

The high altar contains a marble group sculpture of the Assumption created by Domenico Parodi in the late 17th century. This work demonstrates the sculptor's skill in capturing human emotion and spiritual devotion in stone.