It is the largest church in Ferla; It has a 3-nave layout, 41m long and 41m wide, where inside there is the precious simulacrum of the Patron Saint San Sebastiano in orange wood from 1530... #tuttitaly
The Church of San Sebastiano in Ferla is an imposing example of Iblean Baroque architecture that captures the gaze of anyone who approaches it. Built in 1481, this splendid church was unfortunately completely destroyed by the devastating earthquake of 1693. However, thanks to the determination of the Confraternity of San Sebastiano, it was rebuilt following the Iblean Baroque style and finally completed in 1741.
The façade of the church, a work by the architect and sculptor Michelangelo Di Giacomo, is a true architectural gem. Divided into three parts by imposing pilasters with elegant Corinthian capitals; the central part is divided into three orders that catch the attention of anyone passing by.
The central portal, framed by Corinthian columns on tall pedestals, distinguishes the first order. The portal is adorned with a sculpture depicting the Martyrdom of San Sebastiano, surrounded by allegorical statues of Faith and Hope, figures of Moors and Centurions, and crowned by a shield with symbols of martyrdom.
The second order, with elegant volutes and pinnacles, features a rose window framed by fluted pilasters, a curved pediment with an inscription, and a lower emblem crowned by a heart in the center. The third order houses the bell tower and concludes with a large open broken pediment, adding a touch of grandeur to the entire building.
The church's interior is equally spectacular, enriched with elaborate stuccoes and divided into three aisles, with eight side chapels per side. Each aisle is dedicated to a particular devotion: the Immaculate, San Sebastiano, and the Souls of Purgatory. Among the works of art that decorate the interior of the church are the statue of the Patron Saint San Sebastiano from 1530, the wooden statue of the Immaculate from 1721, the majestic Risen Christ called "U Gessummaria," and the canvas of the high altar created by Giuseppe Crestadoro stand out.
The Church of San Sebastiano in Ferla is a place that blends art, history, and devotion, offering a unique experience to anyone who ventures there.
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