Santa Chiara delle Cappuccine, Religious complex in Ferrara, Italy
Santa Chiara delle Cappuccine is a monastery complex in central Ferrara containing a church, residential wings, and internal courtyards. The structure sits along Corso Giovecca and includes several altars alongside functional spaces for prayer and communal living.
The original monastery occupied a different location but relocated here in 1646 when architect Luca Danesi designed new buildings for the community. This move was part of Ferrara's urban changes during the 17th century.
The name refers to the Capuchin Poor Clare sisters whose community has inhabited this place for centuries. The nuns shape the atmosphere through their daily prayer routines and their visible presence in the church space.
The complex sits in a central location and is accessible on foot, though visitors should be respectful since the nuns live and work here. Opening hours align with the community's prayer schedule.
The main altar holds the remains of two major benefactors, Livia Obizzi Turchi and Virginia Borsetti, who were specifically transferred to this location. Their tombs form a significant part of the site's spiritual legacy.
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