San Michele Arcangelo Church, Renaissance church building in Fidenza, Italy.
Description
San Michele Arcangelo Church is a Renaissance structure in Fidenza featuring a brick bell tower with four elegant double-arched windows. An octagonal dome supported by four pillars crowns the building and defines its exterior appearance.
History
The church was constructed between 1533 and 1537, replacing an older deteriorated building dating to 1181 that functioned as both a church and pilgrim hospital. This rebuilding reflected the area's desire to modernize its religious center.
Culture
The church holds a 14th-century fresco depicting Madonna with Child, attributed to painter Tommaso da Modena, which was preserved from the earlier medieval building. This artwork represents how local artistic treasures were protected across generations.
Practical
The building now operates as a cultural center managed by the Famiglia Fidentina association and the local Italia Nostra office. Visitors should check ahead for event schedules and opening times to ensure access.
Did you know?
The structure combines a central Greek cross layout with Bramante architectural principles, demonstrating pure Renaissance design in a religious building. This approach was relatively forward-thinking for the period.
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