Churches and places of worship Pescara

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.

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”.

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.

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.

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.

A sanctuary dedicated to the Holy Mary who, according to Christian tradition, had to go through seven pains.