Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Maggiore and Baglioni Chapel with Frescoes by Pinturicchio - Spello (PG) - One of the most beautiful villages in Italy - Umbria
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The Collegiate Church is famous for the Baglioni Chapel, which inside features a cycle of frescoes by Pinturicchio, dating back to around 1500 and 1501. The Church was built on the remains of a previous pagan temple dedicated to Juno and Vesta... #tuttitaly
In the heart of Spello, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, the majestic Collegiata di Santa Maria Maggiore stands tall, a monument that tells centuries of history and art. The church was founded on the remains of an ancient pagan temple dedicated to Juno and Vesta and has undergone various transformations over the centuries.
The construction of the church was completed in the second half of the 13th century, but it was during the 15th century that the Collegiata experienced a period of great autonomy and prosperity. During this phase, the main altar was consecrated in 1513, and significant renovation works were completed.
Today, the church features a single nave with a Latin cross layout, ending with a polygonal apse, while the ceiling is adorned with a precious ribbed vault. The floor, decorated with Deruta majolica from the second half of the 16th century, captures the attention of visitors with its elegance.
Among the church's treasures stands the Baglioni Chapel, frescoed by the famous Pinturicchio, along with other chapels rich in artworks. Although many of these are now closed, they remain as a testament to the profound spirituality and artistic skills of the time.
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