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Notable Churches and Chapels

This collection highlights the diverse religious architecture of Sanremo, ranging from the 12th-century Romanesque Cathedral of San Siro to the vibrant onion domes of the early 20th-century Russian Orthodox Church. The list includes the hilltop Sanctuary of Madonna della Costa, a Baroque landmark overlooking the city, and unique sites like the rock-cut Grotta della Santissima Annunziata. These churches and chapels reflect centuries of history, featuring significant artworks, ancient hermitages, and varied styles from the Italian Riviera.

Notable Churches and Chapels — Kort
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Chiesa Russo-ortodossa di Cristo Salvatore

Completed in 1913, this Russian Orthodox church features distinctive onion domes and stone carvings. Designed by Aleksey Shchusev, it reflects 17th-century Moscow architecture and was built to serve the Russian nobility who wintered in Sanremo.
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Cattedrale di San Siro

The city's oldest religious building, this 12th-century Romanesque structure stands on the site of a former paleo-Christian church. It houses a historic 15th-century black crucifix and several notable Baroque altars.
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Santuario della Madonna della Costa

A Baroque sanctuary dating from the 17th and 18th centuries, positioned on a hill above the Pigna district. It is known for its ornate interior, marble statues by Anton Maria Maragliano, and panoramic views of the gulf.
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Santuario di Nostra Signora della Guardia

Situated on the Capo Verde promontory in the Poggio district, this 17th-century sanctuary is a significant maritime pilgrimage site. It offers expansive views of the Ligurian Sea and features a traditional simple facade.
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Eremo di San Michele

An ancient place of worship with early medieval origins, located on the road toward Mount Bignone. It serves as a quiet historical marker of early Christian presence in the Sanremo hills.
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Chiesa di San Giuseppe

Located at the entrance to the historic Pigna district, this church features a 19th-century facade and an interior with Baroque influences, serving as a focal point for the old town community.
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Chiesa parrocchiale di Sant'Antonio

Located in the village of Coldirodi, this parish church is distinguished by its prominent bell tower and contains religious artworks dating back to the 17th century.
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Chiesa parricchiale di Santa Margherita d'Antiochia

A parish church in the Poggio district with Romanesque-Gothic foundations, later updated with Baroque elements. It serves as the spiritual center for the hilltop village.
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Grotta della Santissima Annunziata dell'Arma

A unique rock-cut church built into a natural cave near the coastline. This ancient site has served as a place of worship for centuries and is closely associated with local maritime traditions.
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San Romolo

Located in the mountain hamlet named after Sanremo's patron saint, this site is situated near the cave where Saint Romulus lived as a hermit during the 7th century.
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San Giovanni

A small rural chapel located in the hills above Sanremo, representing the simple devotional architecture found throughout the Ligurian countryside.
Chiesa Russo-ortodossa di Cristo Salvatore
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Cattedrale di San Siro
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Santuario della Madonna della Costa

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