Santa Maria Maggiore Church, Sirmione, Italy

The church Santa Maria Maggiore (late 15th century) stands on the site of the former Lombard church of San Martino (founded in the second half of the 8th century). It has a rectangular shape with a polygonal apse and is oriented east-west. It has a single nave, divided by three arches. It is decorated with early 15th-century frescoes. The frescoes at the bottom of the north wall even belong to an earlier period. The contemporary wooden statue of the Madonna Enthroned is also of special interest.

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Галина Полищук (18 months ago)
Fantastic atmosphere

Edgaras Pavasaris (2 years ago)
Stunning and magical.

Wumi Olukoya (3 years ago)
Such a beautiful church it’s the most beautiful views when you walk outside.

Shannon Wentworth (3 years ago)
Sirmione is home to some beautiful churches.

Russell Wilkinson (4 years ago)
Gorgeous little church in this very beautiful place and just a 1 minute walk away is the lake shore, well worth a look at and to get away from the crowds in town.

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The inscription on the episcopal throne states that this is the first church in Rome dedicated to Mary, mother of Jesus, although some claim that privilege belongs to the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore. A Christian house-church was founded here about 220 by Pope Saint Callixtus I (217-222) on the site of the Taberna meritoria, a refuge for retired soldiers. The area was made available for Christian use by Emperor Alexander Severus when he settled a dispute between the Christians and tavern-keepers.

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