San Giorgio, Baroque church in Pizzo, Italy.
The San Giorgio church features a decorated baroque portal from 1632 with inscriptions dedicated to Saint George and Virgin Mary.
The church houses the burial site of Joachim Murat, former King of Naples and brother-in-law of Napoleon Bonaparte, who was executed at Pizzo Castle.
A notable statue attributed to Pietro Bernini adorns the interior of San Giorgio church, representing the artistic heritage of the region.
San Giorgio church stands in the historic center of Pizzo at Via San Giorgio 1, making it accessible to visitors exploring the town.
The underground area of the church contains the remains of both Joachim Murat and Antonino Anile, a former Minister of Education of Italy.
Location: Pizzo
Architectural style: baroque architecture
GPS coordinates: 38.73625,16.16158
Latest update: March 26, 2025 00:43
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