San Giovanni Battista, Ravenna

San Giovanni Battista presents a grand facade with decorative elements, standing tall in the historic center of Ravenna with its medieval bell tower.

After an earthquake destroyed the original structure in 1688, architect Pietro Grossi rebuilt the church in 1689, incorporating elements from the 6th-century basilica.

The church maintains a permanent Neapolitan nativity scene crafted by Francesco Di Francesco, depicting life scenes from 18th-century Naples alongside biblical narratives.

The church remains open to both religious services and tourist visits, allowing guests to examine its architectural details and historical elements throughout the week.

The bell tower, dating from the 9th-10th centuries, survived the 1688 earthquake and continues to stand integrated with the newer baroque structure.

Location: Ravenna

Inception: 17 century

Address: via Girolamo Rossi 45 ‒ Ravenna (RA)

GPS coordinates: 44.42060,12.20101

Latest update: March 9, 2025 06:38