The Basilica of the Fieschi of San Salvatore

La Basilica dei Fieschi di San Salvatore

The Basilica dei Fieschi of San Salvatore.
Also known simply as the Basilica dei Fieschi, it is a magnificent example of Romanesque-Gothic architecture located in the hamlet of San Salvatore, in the municipality of Cogorno, in the metropolitan city of Genoa, Liguria.
The construction of the basilica began in 1244, commissioned by Pope Innocent IV, born Sinibaldo Fieschi, a member of the noble Fieschi family. The decision to erect this place of worship was taken while the Pope was in Genoa, on his way to the Council of Lyon. During the council, the village of Fieschi and the entire county were attacked by Emperor Frederick II of Swabia, causing serious damage. The reconstruction work resumed in 1252 and the basilica was consecrated by Pope Adrian V, Ottobuono Fieschi, nephew of Innocent IV.
The Basilica dei Fieschi represents a transition between the Romanesque and Gothic styles. The structure features Romanesque elements such as the sturdy columns of the central nave and the portal decorated with pillars. At the same time, the altitude of the nave, the pointed arches and the rose window are typical Gothic features. The square bell tower, with mullioned windows, is a peculiar addition that enriches the architecture of the basilica.
The basilica played a crucial role in the development of the territory, serving as a destination for pilgrims heading to Rome along the Via Francigena. In 1860, the beauty and historical importance of the basilica were recognized with its inclusion as a national monument. Today, the Basilica dei Fieschi is considered one of the best preserved Romanesque places of worship in Liguria.
Over the centuries, the basilica has undergone various restorations, including those of the 19th century designed by the architect Maurizio Dufour. Recent conservation efforts in the 1990s have further preserved its historical and architectural integrity.
The Basilica dei Fieschi di San Salvatore is not only a place of worship, but also a symbol of Liguria’s rich history and culture. Its unique architecture and fascinating history continue to attract visitors and scholars from around the world.

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Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 28.

Click here to see all the photos taken outside and inside the Basilica over time:
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Here is also a nice video that I recorded inside the Basilica:

Where is the basilica located:

The Basilica of San Salvatore dei Fieschi – also known simply as the Basilica of the Fieschi – is a Catholic place of worship located in the hamlet of San Salvatore dei Fieschi, in Piazza Innocenzo IV, in the municipality of Cogorno in the metropolitan city of Genoa. The church is the seat of the parish of the same name of the vicariate of Chiavari-Lavagna of the diocese of Chiavari. It has the dignity of a minor basilica.
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The Basilica of the Fieschi of San Salvatore – La Basilique des Fieschi de San Salvatore – La Basílica de los Fieschi de San Salvatore – A Basílica do Fieschi de San Salvatore – Die Basilika der Fieschi von San Salvatore – Vương cung thánh đường Fieschi của San Salvatore

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The wonderful Basilica dei Fieschi in San Salvatore

La meravigliosa Basilica dei Fieschi a San Salvatore di Cogorno

The wonderful Basilica dei Fieschi in San Salvatore di Cogorno.
The Basilica dei Fieschi of San Salvatore, also known as the Basilica dei Fieschi, is an extraordinary example of Romanesque-Gothic architecture located in the hamlet of San Salvatore, in the municipality of Cogorno, near Genoa, in Liguria.
The basilica was built starting in 1244, on the initiative of Innocent IV, born Sinibaldo Fieschi, belonging to the noble Fieschi family. The decision to build this place of worship was taken during the Pope's stay in Genoa, while he was on his way to the Council of Lyon. During the council, the Fieschi village and county suffered an attack by the Emperor Frederick II of Swabia, causing significant damage. Work resumed in 1252 and the basilica was consecrated by Adrian V, Ottobuono Fieschi, nephew of Innocent IV.
The Basilica dei Fieschi represents a fusion between the Romanesque and Gothic styles. The structure includes Romanesque elements such as the sturdy columns of the central nave and the portal decorated with pilasters. At the same time, the height of the nave, the pointed arches and the rose window are typical of the Gothic style. The square bell tower, with mullioned windows, adds a distinctive touch to the architecture of the basilica.
The basilica has played a fundamental role in the development of the territory, serving as a destination for pilgrims heading to Rome along the Via Francigena. In 1860, the basilica was recognized as a national monument for its beauty and historical importance. Today, the Basilica dei Fieschi is considered one of the best preserved Romanesque buildings in Liguria.
The Basilica dei Fieschi di San Salvatore is not only a place of worship, but also a symbol of the rich history and culture of Liguria. Its unique architecture and fascinating history continue to attract visitors and scholars from all over the world.

Have you ever visited this beautiful church?
Add your own comment or go to the bottom of the site to read what other visitors have written.

La meravigliosa Basilica dei Fieschi a San Salvatore di Cogorno

Photo taken with Canon EOS RP and lens Canon RF 28.

Click here to see all the photos taken outside and inside the Basilica over time:
foto gallery

Here is also a nice video that I recorded inside the Basilica:

Where is the basilica located:

The Basilica of San Salvatore dei Fieschi – also known simply as the Basilica of the Fieschi – is a Catholic place of worship located in the hamlet of San Salvatore dei Fieschi, in Piazza Innocenzo IV, in the municipality of Cogorno in the metropolitan city of Genoa. The church is the seat of the parish of the same name of the vicariate of Chiavari-Lavagna of the diocese of Chiavari. It has the dignity of a minor basilica.
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The Basilica of the Fieschi of San Salvatore – La Basilique des Fieschi de San Salvatore – La Basílica de los Fieschi de San Salvatore – A Basílica do Fieschi de San Salvatore – Die Basilika der Fieschi von San Salvatore – Vương cung thánh đường Fieschi của San Salvatore

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The architrave sculpted by Biduino in Lucca

L'architrave scolpita da Biduino della chiesa di San Salvatore a Lucca

The architrave sculpted by Biduino of the church of San Salvatore in Lucca.
Walking through the streets of the Tuscan city of Lucca you come across something beautiful at almost every corner.
Like this sculpted architrave that is on the facade of the ancient church (dating back to the year 1000) dedicated to San Salvatore.

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L'architrave scolpita da Biduino della chiesa di San Salvatore a Lucca

Photo taken with Canon EOS M100 and lens Canon EF-S 10-18.

To see all the photos I took, in a couple of visits, in Lucca click here:
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Biduino was an Italian sculptor, an exponent of the Pisan Romanesque style, active in the period 1173-1194. Attentive to the study of Roman and late-ancient sculpture, especially sarcophagi, he re-proposed crowded compositions in narrative continuity, elongating the bodies of the figures according to a still Byzantine vision or denouncing analogies with Provençal works.
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The architrave sculpted by Biduino of the church of San Salvatore in Lucca – L’architrave sculptée par Biduino de l’église de San Salvatore à Lucca – Der von Biduino geschaffene Architrav der Kirche San Salvatore in Lucca – Kho lưu trữ được điêu khắc bởi Biduino của nhà thờ San Salvatore ở Lucca

The Basilica of Fieschi in Cogorno

La Basilica dei Fieschi a Cogorno

The Basilica dei Fieschi in Cogorno.
San Salvatore di Cogorno is a small town near Lavagna in which the noble Fieschi family expressed its power in the past centuries.
A clear example is the beautiful Basilica.

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La Basilica dei Fieschi a Cogorno

Photo taken with Canon EOS M100 and lens Tamron 16-300.

Here is also a nice video that I recorded inside the Basilica:

Click here to see all the photos taken outside and inside the Basilica over time:
foto gallery

Where is the basilica located:

The Basilica of San Salvatore dei Fieschi – also known simply as the Basilica of the Fieschi – is a Catholic place of worship located in the hamlet of San Salvatore dei Fieschi, in Piazza Innocenzo IV, in the municipality of Cogorno in the metropolitan city of Genoa. The church is the seat of the parish of the same name of the vicariate of Chiavari-Lavagna of the diocese of Chiavari. It has the dignity of a minor basilica.
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The basilica of the Fieschi in Cogorno – La basilique des Fieschi à Cogorno – La basílica de Fieschi en Cogorno – Die Basilika der Fieschi in Cogorno – Vương cung thánh đường Fieschi ở Cogorno

The slate carriers in Cogorno

Le portatrici di ardesia a Cogorno

The slate carriers in Cogorno.
A monument dedicated to the women who had the hard task of transporting slate slabs from the quarries on the hills down to the valley along the path that is now called the slate path, above San Salvatore di Cogorno.

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Le portatrici di ardesia a Cogorno

Photo taken with Canon EOS M100 and lens Tamron 16-300.

While this is the video of the walk:

Videos recorded with Gopro Hero5.

If you want to have more information about the trail I recommend: wikiloc.com.

To see all the photos taken along the climb to Mount San Giacomo and the slate path click here:
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Slate is widespread in Northern Italy, it has been extracted for many centuries in Liguria, historically in the coastal area between Lavagna (hence the name) and Chiavari. Later also from the quarries of the Fontanabuona valley (behind Chiavari, Rapallo and Genoa) and in the Imperia area (Argentina Valley).
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The slate carriers in Cogorno in Liguria – Les porteurs d’ardoise à Cogorno en Ligurie – Los pizarreros en Cogorno en Liguria – Os portadores de ardósia em Cogorno na Ligúria – Die Schieferträger in Cogorno in Ligurien – Những người vận chuyển đá phiến ở Cogorno ở Liguria – 利古里亚科戈尔诺的石板搬运工 – リグーリア州コゴルノの石板運搬人