Co-Cathedral of St. Christopher Martyr - Urbania (PU) - Montefeltro - Marche
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It is an important religious seat, being also one of the three cathedrals of the archdiocese of Urbino-Urbania-Sant'Angelo in Vado... #tuttitaly
The Church of San Cristoforo Martire, located in the heart of Urbania, represents the main place of Catholic worship in the city and serves as the co-cathedral for the Archdiocese of Urbino-Urbania-Sant’Angelo in Vado. With origins dating back to the ancient Benedictine abbey of the 9th century, this church has witnessed centuries of history, reflecting the faith and art of the local community.
The restoration of the building, carried out under the direction of the Commendatory Abbot Cardinal Bessarione in the second half of the 15th century, breathed new life into the structure and saw the transfer of the Saint's relics, preserved in a refined reliquary created in 1472. Every year, during the patronal celebrations on July 25th, the faithful can venerate these relics.
In 1636, the church became a cathedral. Further restoration work, commissioned by Bishop Monsignor Deodato Baiardi in the 18th century, led to a transformation into Neoclassical style, designed by the architect Giuseppe Tosi. Distinctive architectural elements, such as the ancient medieval bell tower and the elaborately crafted façade from 1870, recount the architectural history of this sacred place.
The interior of the co-cathedral impresses with its grandeur and beauty. Vanvitellian elements intertwine with the imposing main altar in polychrome marble, created by Bishop Giuseppe Fabretti, and the precious wooden Crucifix by Pietro da Rimini, dating back to 1320. The artistic richness continues with frescoes, paintings, and a walnut-carved choir that adorns the apse walls.
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