Must Visit Christian Churches in Tuscany
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Florence Baptistery
Historic Romanesque baptistery known for its mosaics and bronze doors, integral to a major cathedral complex.
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Basilica of the Holy Cross
Historic Franciscan church known for its Renaissance architecture and as the burial site of notable figures such as Michelangelo and Machiavelli.
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Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
Historic church featuring Gothic and Renaissance architecture with notable frescoes and artworks by master artists.
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Santa Maria della Spina
Situated on the riverbank, this charming church dating to the 13th century will catch your eye immediately.
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Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta
Built in the 13th century, this cathedral was ambitiously meant to be larger than the one in Rome.
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Basilica of St Lawrence
One of the largest churches in Florence served as the parish church of the Medici family and it is also the burial place of all notable…
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Basilica of Santo Spirito
Historic Renaissance church featuring notable artworks by Michelangelo Buonarroti and designed by prominent architects of the period. It serves as a Roman Catholic basilica with significant cultural and religious heritage.
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Cathedral of St Martin
Dedicated to St Martin, this beautiful gray marble cathedral is the seat of the Archbishop of Lucca.
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All-Saints Church Florence
One of the first Baroque churches that appeared in Florence. Built in the 13th and rebuilt in the 17th century, this church is dedicated to…
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San Michele in Foro
San Michele in Foro is a Roman Catholic basilica church in Lucca, Tuscany, central Italy, built over the ancient Roman forum.
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San Michele in Borgo
Built towards the end of 10th century, this church is a wonderful showcase of various architectural features applied to one building.
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Church of Orsanmichele
Orsanmichele is a church in the Italian city of Florence. The building was constructed on the site of the kitchen garden of the monastery of…
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Santa Maria Maggiore Church
Santa Maria Maggiore di Firenze is a Romanesque and Gothic-style, Roman Catholic church in Florence, region of Tuscany, Italy.
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Baptistry of St. John
A fairly old Gothic baptistry built in the 14th century boasts a beautiful facade and wonderful interior.
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Church of St. Catherine
Marvel at the most significant Baroque building in the city. The interior is decorated with marvellous paintings.
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Basilica of San Domenico
Also known as Basilica Cateriniana, this beautiful Gothic church is definitely worth visiting for its splendid interior.
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Abbey of Sant'Antimo
The Abbey of Sant'Antimo is a former Benedictine monastery located in Castelnuovo dell'Abate, in the comune of Montalcino, Tuscany, central…
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Basilica dell'Osservanza
Located on the outskirts of Siena, this basilica dates back to the 15th century.
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San Frediano in Cestello Church
This Roman Catholic church designed in Baroque style takes its name after a Christian Irish pilgrim.
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Basilica of San Francesco
Though this Franciscan church may seem rather plain when compared to other churches in Siena, it is definitely worth the visit for its…
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Collegiate Church of San Gimignano
The Collegiata di Santa Maria Assunta or Duomo di San Gimignano is a Roman Catholic collegiate church and minor basilica in San Gimignano,…
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