Sant'Elia, Baroque church in Messina, Italy
The Sant'Elia church exhibits ornate architectural elements with detailed stone carvings adorning its main entrance and interior walls throughout the structure.
The construction of Sant'Elia church began in 1694, marking a period of religious architecture expansion in the Messina region during the late 17th century.
The interior of Sant'Elia houses religious artworks and decorative elements that represent the Baroque period's influence on Sicilian ecclesiastical architecture.
Visitors can access Sant'Elia church during weekend hours from 10:30 to 12:30 and 16:00 to 18:00, with closures on December 25th, January 1st, and August 15th.
The church combines architectural elements from the Sicilian Baroque period with local building traditions, creating a structure specific to Messina's religious heritage.
Location: Messina
Inception: 1694
Architectural style: baroque architecture
GPS coordinates: 38.18779,15.55689
Latest update: March 10, 2025 15:30
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