L'Aquila - Churches and places of worship Basilica di Santa Maria di Collemaggio The Basilica of Santa Maria di Collemaggio is an important place of Catholic worship in the city of L'Aquila. Founded in 1287 at the behest of Pietro da Morrone, crowned Pope Celestine V in 1294, it is the most important religious monument in the city. It contains the world's first Holy Door and is home to a unique annual jubilee. The basilica was badly damaged during the 2009 earthquake and is still closed for restoration work that is expected to end in 2016.
L'Aquila - Churches and places of worship Basilica di San Bernardino Set in the city centre, a few meters from Corso Vittorio Emanuele II. The huge stairsand the Rinascimental facade by Cola Dell'Amatrice, rebuilt in 1703 after an earthquake, are truly impressing.
L'Aquila - Churches and places of worship Santuario Giovanni Paolo II It is a medieval Romanesque building probably dating back to the first half of 1300. Since 2005 it has officially become “The Pope's Church” as on that date an important demonstration was held for the name of the former Gendarme summit (m.2424) to Pope John Paul II.
Sulmona - Churches and places of worship Cattedrale di San Panfilo It is the cathedral Church of the Diocese of Sulmona-Valva and was built in 1075. Initially, it was dedicated to Santa Maria, then, undergoing a couple of transformations in the twelfth century it was dedicated to the Patron Saint of Sulmona, San Panfilo from which it also took its name. In 1706 it was renovated in Baroque style due to an earthquake that struck it.
Teramo - Churches and places of worship Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta The most valuable artistic work of the city of Teramo is the Duomo, the cathedral basilica of Santa Maria Assunta. Inside there are the precious silver paliotto by Nicola da Guardiagrele and the polyptych of the Venetian artist Jacobello del Fiore.
Pescara - Churches and places of worship Cattedrale di San Cetteo The Cathedral of San Cetteo is the most important Catholic building in the city of Pescara. Built in the 1930s, it presents inside a painting by Guercino, the Saint Francis, donated by Gabriele D'Annunzio; the church houses the tomb of the poet's mother, Luisa D'Annunzio and the effiges of some apostles.
Pescara - Churches and places of worship Chiesa Madonna dei 7 Dolori The church dates back to the end of the 16th century. On 26 November 1665 (the day when the first baptism was held) the Parish was established by Bishop Raphael Exuberanzio with the title “Santa Maria of the Seven Sorrows”.
Chieti - Churches and places of worship Cattedrale San Giustino The Cathedral was initially dedicated to St. Thomas and at a later time to St. Justin. The building was rebuilt in the '300 and then, in the '700 in which it was almost totally modified. The part of the façade and the right side, however, go back to the '900. The architects who did the work were Bartolomeo di Giacomo and then Antonio da Lodi. The Treasure of the Cathedral houses valuable artifacts, ancient sacred furnishings and works of art.
Vasto - Churches and places of worship Duomo di Vasto Built around the middle of 1200 as evidenced by the date shown on the portal bezel. Over the years it was also used as a monastic building and then became a Cathedral named after Saint Joseph in honor of Giuseppe Napoleon Bonaparte. The two-color of the stone inside the Cathedral and its structure with a single nave, as well as the frescoes in Gothic style, were inserted later.
Rocca San Giovanni - Churches and places of worship Chiesa di San Matteo Apostolo The church of San Matteo Apostolo, of medieval origin, dates back to the second half of the thirteenth century. It was built by Abbot Odorisio I in the year 1076. The current structure, however, dates back to 1200. The church consists of three naves divided by apparatus pylons supporting five sextiacute arches on each side and ended in semicircular apses, as in San Giovanni in Venus.
Fossacesia - Churches and places of worship Abbazia di San Giovanni in Venere The Abbey is located in the municipality of Fossacesia, on a hill overlooking the Adriatic Sea. The monastic complex consists of a basilica and the nearby monastery, both built in the twelfth century in place of the small pre-existing monastery.
Ortona - Churches and places of worship La Cattedrale Dedicated to the apostle St. Thomas in the twelfth century, it was rebuilt after its destruction during the bombing of World War II.
Chieti - Churches and places of worship Chiesa di Santa Maria Calvona It's situated on the ruins of a Roman temple that can be admired inside the National Museum of Civitella. For many generations now, the church boasts of a fraternity who participates in the Procession of the Dead Christ.
Chieti - Churches and places of worship Chiesa di S. Chiara Rebuilt in 1165 is one of the city's most interesting churches.It Contains, inter alia, an oil painting attributed to Salvator Rosa and a large panel of Chieti painter Raffaele Del Ponte depicting the Assumption of the Virgin
Chieti - Churches and places of worship Chiesa dei Francescani Its convent dates back to 1239, but an even earlier church dedicated to San Lorenzo existed on that spot. The whole church is decorated with stucco and paintings on canvas and on wall.
Altino - Churches and places of worship Chiesa della Madonna delle Grazie The church has traces of the original building from the Middle Ages with frescoes inside it has gable structure and the facade is plastered by White
Giulianova - Churches and places of worship Duomo di San Flaviano Located in Giulianova Paese in Piazza Buozzi, it is the most important Church of Giulianova.
Mutignano - Churches and places of worship Chiesa di San Silvestro The church of San Silvestro in Mutignano has a powerful façade, consisting of a robust square bell tower with octagonal cusp. The 1250 building, probably a castle, became a church in the fourteenth century and, like many Abruzzo churches, bears the signs of the earthquakes of the 1700s. Inside are the famous polyptych by Andrea De Litio, depicting episodes from the life of Saint Sylvester Pope.
Tortoreto - Churches and places of worship Chiesa di San Nicola It is the current parish church of Tortoreto Alta. Founded before 1000 and rebuilt in 1534 by the architect Piermarini of Bergamo. At the beginning of the 19th century the Church was renewed and embellished. In the chapel on the left, built in 1873, is preserved the statue of Our Lady of the Snow, in silver, of exquisite workmanship.
Tortoreto - Churches and places of worship Chiesa della Misericordia It was built in 1348 as a thank you to Our Lady for liberating from the terrible plague that in those years raged throughout Italy. The building has a single classroom with a cross vault ending with an apse that has an octagonal outdoor plan. Inside all the walls are frescoed with works created in 1526 by the Marche Renaissance painter Giacomo Bonfini (1470-1557).
Vasto - Churches and places of worship Complesso monumentale di Santa Lucia Monumental Complex of Santa Lucia that is located in the Vallone L'Angrella. The complex is dedicated to Santa Maria in Valle and the first available sources state that it dates back to 1276. The complex consisted of a church, rooms and a well. It was rebuilt and expanded in 1566 after a fire occurred by the Turkish hand.
Silvi Marina - Churches and places of worship Chiesa di S. Salvatore The church of S. Salvatore was built in 1100 in honor of the first protector of Silvi, San Salvatore. Today the church presents itself according to the numerous renovations undergone over the centuries.
Tortoreto - Churches and places of worship Chiesa di Sant'Agostino The St. Augustine church was originally attached to the convent of the Augustinian monks witch in the past was of great importance to the religious and civic life of Tortoreto. The most valuable work is the large canvas with painted the baptism of St. Augustine, made by Mattia Preti. Today the painting is kept at the National Museum of the Eagle.
Tortoreto - Churches and places of worship Chiesa della Madonna del Carmine Just outside the ancient fortified walls of Tortoreto people can find the Church of Madonna del Carmine. It was built in 1529 and was dedicated to San Rocco, the saint who devoted himself to the care of lepers. After dedicated to Madonna del Carmine, it was restored in 1881.
Chieti - Churches and places of worship Chiesa di Santa Maria del Tricalle Sec. XV Santa Maria del Tricalle dates back to the fifteenth century even if it was renovated several times over the years. The last restoration ended in 1946, also being opened to the public. There is a hypothesis that the building was built on the remains of an ancient temple by Diana Trivia. During the 18th century it was used as a church inside a cemetery. It is currently closed most of the time, so it is difficult to visit it.
Palena - Churches and places of worship Madonna dell'Altare Our Lady of the Altar is a sanctuary built in the cave where Pietro da Morrone stayed between 1235 and 1236. It was the seat of the Order of the Celestines until 1807. During World War II, the sanctuary was transformed into a prison by the German army and in 1970 it became the property of the Municipality.
Penne - Churches and places of worship Cattedrale di S.Massimo The Cathedral of St. Maximus together with the church was built in the 11th century. The building was built in Romanesque style. The restored Cathedral is in excellent condition.
Pescara - Churches and places of worship Chiesa del Sacro Cuore The Church of the Sacred Heart is a small architectural gem, built in the center of Pescara in the nineteenth century. Its construction began around the seventeenth century, in Baroque style; later, in the eighteenth century, it was enclosed within the current structure, in neoclassical style. Near the basilica are two fountains dating back to 1700.
Bussi sul Tirino - Churches and places of worship Chiesa S.Maria di Cartignano Sec. XI The Church of S. Maria di Cartignano dates back to the eleventh century and was built by Benedictine monks. It was a monastery for about three centuries. Then, since it was abandoned, it became the grain of St. Liberator. It has a structure with three naves. This could be said thanks to careful studies and from the remains that we can see. Unfortunately, only parts of the original structure are currently visible.
Bussi sul Tirino - Churches and places of worship Chiesa San Pietro ad Oratorium The Church of St. Peter in Oratorium was erected at the behest of the Lombard king, Desiderio. Its construction dates back to 752, the year in which it is cited as the possession of the Benedictine monks of San Vincenzo al Volturno. From the Lombard period, traces of some bas-reliefs placed above the portal are visible. In addition, the palindroma inscription of the “Sator Square” is of great importance.
Carpineto della Nora - Churches and places of worship Abbazia di S.Bartolomeo The Abbey of S. Bartolomeo is located in the Municipality of Carpineto della Nora. The building was built in 962 by Bernardo's will. The church has a rectangular structure, with only one central door. Inside it was restored and its present appearance was conferred on it by the changes made in the twelfth century.
Pescara - Churches and places of worship Chiesa Madonna del Fuoco The church was built in the 17th century. Inside the church we can see the statue of the Madonna with the child Jesus. Over time, the church was enriched with two other altars. Our Lady of Fire is the most important statue that is preserved even today.
Pescara - Churches and places of worship Parrocchia San Silvestro Sec.XIX The Church of San Silvestro was born on the foundations of a religious monastery dating back to 1500. In 1850, following a restoration, the height of the old building was doubled and completed by the addition of two bell towers. From 31 December 1899 there is a characteristic procession during which the statue of San Silvestro was brought to the nearby church of S. Silvestrino.
Rosciano - Churches and places of worship Chiesa di Sant'Eurosia Sec XVIII The church of Sant'Eurosia was built in 1724 by the Tomacelli family, in memory of Sant'Eurosia. The building has a square-shaped structure, 6 meters high. The church was deconsecrated and today it belongs to the Avanzi family.
San Vito Chietino - Churches and places of worship Chiesa di San Rocco The church of San Rocco was built in the sixteenth century and is located in the municipality of San Vito Chietino. The building has a typical structure of Mediterranean buildings with a triangular shape and only two thermal windows. The church underwent restoration work.
Serramonacesca - Churches and places of worship San Liberatore a Majella The current structure of the building dates back to a 990 reconstruction carried out by the Prior Teobaldo, after a strong earthquake. San Liberatore in Majella has a Romanesque structure in Abruzzo style. In the central apses we can admire some important frescoes belonging to the 13th century.
Teramo - Churches and places of worship Santuario della Madonna delle Grazie The original church was built in '200 but the church was completely rebuilt in the last century. Inside there are a wooden statue of the Holy Mother with Child and various frescoes.
Teramo - Churches and places of worship Cattedrale di S. Berardo The Cathedral was built in '200 and successively modified and enlarged. The bell tower is separated from the church. The facade's small columns are embellished with statues and inside there are frescoes dating back to '400.
Pescara - Churches and places of worship Basilica della Madonna dei Sette Dolori A sanctuary dedicated to the Holy Mary who, according to Christian tradition, had to go through seven pains.
Vasto - Churches and places of worship Chiesa di Sant'Antonio The church dates back to 1200 and, according to tradition, was built together with a convent, on the initiative of St. Francis of Assisi dedicating it to the Holy Cross, passing through Vasto on the journey to the sanctuary by St. Michael the Archangel of the Gargano. In 1723 Carlo De Nardis, Prior of the Brotherhood of St. Anthony and a great benefactor of the churches of Vasto, had the church decorated with sculptures and baroque stuccoes, by an unknown Neapolitan artist. The bas-reliefs illustrate biblical episodes, of the life of Our Lady, Saint Joseph and Saint Anthony, or are symbols of some virtues.
Francavilla al Mare - Churches and places of worship Convento Michetti The Convent of Santa Maria del Gesù, founded in 1430 by the Friars Minor, is known as the Michetti Convent since in 1883 it hosted the painter Francesco Paolo Michetti as a stable home. He created in it a meeting and meeting center for many exponents of Abruzzo and Italian culture, with the aim of giving life, together with the group of artists, his friends and guests, a sort of community intellectual and creative; Gabriele D'Annunzio were exponents.
Francavilla al Mare - Churches and places of worship Chiesa di Santa Maria Maggiore Built on a project by Ludovico Quaroni, it is built on a large octagonal stone base and with a crushed vaulted dome, inside there is a Gothic monstrance dating back to 1413.
Churches and places of worship Chiesa delle Anime Sante - SS. Maria del Suffragio The church has been built in the XVIII century in Baroque style; today it is pherhaps the most famous in town, since the earthquake of 2009. It directly faces Duomo's Square
Churches and places of worship Chiesa di Sant’Anna The original sixth century basilica was rebuilt in '200. Inside there are remains of a Roman Domus, of the primitive church and frescoes dating back to '200 and '400.
Churches and places of worship Chiesa di San Vincenzo Ferreri Small, simple and white with a steeple on the left, the Guidobaldi family had it built.
Churches and places of worship Chiesa di Cristo Re A modern style church, recalling a mountain church. Along the walls, there are small sized windows. It has a single nave, without chapels and on the entrance walls there is a wooden Cross with the Christ.
Churches and places of worship Complesso monumentale di Santa Lucia via di santa lucia - Vasto Located in Via di Santa Lucia is a monastery dedicated to Santa Maria dell'Angrella.