Historic Churches of Naples
Naples’ ecclesiastical landscape spans from the 4th-century foundations of the Cathedral, home to the relics of Saint Januarius, to the intricate Baroque mastery of the Sansevero Chapel. This collection highlights the city's architectural evolution, featuring the unique rusticated facade of Gesù Nuovo, the Gothic arches of San Domenico Maggiore, and the subterranean history of Santa Maria della Sanità. These sites preserve world-renowned artworks, including the Veiled Christ, alongside distinct Neapolitan traditions like the cult of the 'pezzentelle' souls at Purgatorio ad Arco.
A Naples Cathedral
Historic Roman Catholic cathedral in Gothic style known for its religious relics and impressive art collections.
B Sansevero Chapel Museum
Baroque chapel and museum renowned for its remarkable sculptures, including the Veiled Christ, and its collection of anatomical machines. It combines religious art, intricate Rococo sculptures, and scientific exhibits within a historic setting.
C New Jesus Church
Gesù Nuovo is the name of a church and a square in Naples, Italy. They are located just outside the western boundary of the historic center…
D Church of San Domenico Maggiore
San Domenico Maggiore is a Gothic, Roman Catholic church and monastery, founded by the friars of the Dominican Order, and located in the…
E San Lorenzo Maggiore Church
San Lorenzo Maggiore is a church in Naples, Italy. It is located at the precise geographic center of the historic center of the ancient…
F Purgatorio ad Arco
The church of the Purgatorio ad Arco, or Santa Maria delle Anime del Purgatorio ad Arco is a religious edifice in central Naples, Italy,…
G San Gregorio Armeno
San Gregorio Armeno is a church and a monastery in Naples, Italy. It is one of the most important Baroque complexes in Naples.
H Girolamini Church & Convent
The Church and Convent of the Girolamini or Gerolamini is a church and ecclesiastical complex in Naples, Italy.
I Naples Cathedral
Naples Cathedral, or the Cathedral of the Assumption of Mary, is a Roman Catholic cathedral, the main church of Naples, southern Italy, and…
J San Paolo Maggiore, Naples
San Paolo Maggiore is a basilica church in Naples, southern Italy, and the burial place of Saint Cajetan, founder of the Theatines.
K Fondazione Giambattista Vico Museo vichiano
The deconsecrated church of San Gennaro all’Olmo is a former religious edifice located in the city center of Naples, Italy, on Via San…
L Basilica of Madre del Buon Consiglio
The Madre del Buon Consiglio is a Roman Catholic church in Naples, southern Italy.
M Chiesa di Santa Luciella a San Biagio dei Librai
A small 14th-century church famous for its hypogeum and the 'skull with ears,' a unique relic associated with the Neapolitan cult of the dead. It historically served as the place of worship for the local guild of craftsmen.
N Basilica dello Spirito Santo
A monumental 16th-century basilica redesigned in the late Baroque style by Mario Gioffredo. Located on Piazza Sette Settembre, the church features a vast interior with significant artworks by Francesco de Mura and Fedele Fischetti.
O Santa Maria della Sanità, Naples
The Basilica of Santa Maria della Sanità is a basilica church located over the Catacombs of San Gaudioso, on a Piazza near where Via Sanità…
P San Gennaro extra Moenia
San Gennaro extra Moenia is a church in Naples, Italy. It is located in the Rione Sanita on the large road that leads up to the Capodimonte…
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