Santa Maria Maggiore, Parish church in Monteforte d'Alpone, Italy
Santa Maria Maggiore is a parish church in Monteforte d'Alpone featuring neoclassical architecture from the 19th century. The interior has a single central aisle with two side chapels and four half-moon windows decorated with artistic stained glass.
The church was founded in 1207 and underwent major reconstruction in the 19th century. The rebuilding under architect Bartolomeo Giuliari started in 1805 and finished in 1866.
The name reflects a strong devotion to Mary that runs deep in this community. The colored windows and handcrafted wooden furnishings show how much care locals put into shaping this sacred space.
The church sits on Piazza S. Venturi in the town center and is easy to locate. It serves the local community and is typically open during daytime hours for visitors.
The bell tower was added later, between 1894 and 1897, and rises 71.5 meters high. The nine bells inside were cast by the renowned Cavadini foundry from Verona.
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