San Nicola Vescovo, Catholic parish church in Melicucco, Italy.
San Nicola Vescovo is a Catholic parish church in Melicucco with a three-nave layout in which the central nave rises above the side naves. The bell tower sits on the circular apse and defines the building's external profile.
The original structure dated from the seventeenth century but was rebuilt between 1926 and 1927 after earthquake damage. Reconstruction was completed in 1933.
The interior houses several nineteenth-century statues, including works by sculptor Francesco Morani, which shaped the parish's religious environment. These artworks show how local artists contributed to the church's visual identity.
The church interior is easily accessible and well-maintained for visits. As part of the Diocese of Oppido Mamertina-Palmi, visitors can freely explore the architecture and artworks throughout the building.
Since 1732 the parish has kept records of its priests, documenting centuries of leadership continuity. This archive reveals the religious stability and administrative history of the local community across long periods.
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