Santa Maria di Nazareth in Sestri Levante. The white church, as I remember I always called it as a boy, stands right in the narrowest part of land between the two famous bays of Sestri Levante. Its unmistakable gabled façade with four imposing columns, the clock in the tympanum and its twin bell towers.
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The presence of a small chapel dedicated to Saint Mary of Nazareth was attested as early as 1368, but it was during 1604 that, following the transfer of a plot of land by the local nobleman Bernardo Bolasco, work was undertaken to build a new place of worship. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The church of Santa Maria di Nazareth in the heart of Sestri Levante – L’église de Santa Maria di Nazareth au coeur de Sestri Levante – La iglesia de Santa María de Nazaret en el corazón de Sestri Levante – A igreja de Santa Maria di Nazareth no coração de Sestri Levante – Die Kirche Santa Maria di Nazareth im Herzen von Sestri Levante – Nhà thờ Santa Maria di Nazareth ở trung tâm Sestri Levante – 位于塞斯特里莱万特市中心的拿撒勒圣玛丽亚教堂 – セストリ レバンテの中心部にあるサンタ マリア ディ ナザレ教会
The Church of Santa Maria di Nazareth in the heart of Sestri Levante. In the picturesque seaside village of Sestri Levante, a place of timeless beauty awaits visitors with its doors open: the Church of Santa Maria di Nazareth. Located at the end of the characteristic “caruggio,” the ancient alley of the historic center, this church offers an incredible immersion in history, art and spirituality. The Church of Santa Maria di Nazareth, also known as the Church of San Niccolò, has roots dating back to the 13th century, when it was founded by Dominican friars. Its architecture is a wonderful example of Ligurian Romanesque style, with its gabled façade, decorated portal and exposed stone bell tower that soars into the sky. Its interior is equally fascinating. The atmosphere is wrapped in a sense of sacredness, with vaulted ceilings, ancient frescoes and sculptures that tell the religious history of the area. This place has gone through centuries of history and has witnessed numerous events, making it a point of reference for the community and visitors. The location of the church at the end of the caruggio, the heart of the historic center of Sestri Levante, adds a special touch to its beauty. The caruggio is a typical narrow and winding alley, typical of Italian coastal towns, and offers a charming walk among old colorful houses, craft shops and traditional restaurants. Walking along this downhill path, the smells of Ligurian cuisine and the sound of the sea waves accompany you to the majestic Church of Santa Maria di Nazareth. In addition to the historical and architectural aspect, the church offers a place of tranquility and reflection for anyone who visits it. As you stroll along the caruggio and immerse yourself in its charming atmosphere, stop for a moment of contemplation inside the church. The quiet and intrinsic beauty of this place will offer you a spiritual experience and an opportunity to recharge your batteries.
In conclusion, the Church of Santa Maria di Nazareth is a hidden treasure in the heart of Sestri Levante. It combines history, art, and spirituality in one place and offers visitors a unique experience. When you visit this charming coastal town, do not miss the opportunity to discover this architectural and spiritual marvel that awaits deep in the caruggio.
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The presence of a small chapel dedicated to Saint Mary of Nazareth was attested as early as 1368, but it was during 1604 that, following the transfer of a plot of land by the local nobleman Bernardo Bolasco, work was undertaken to build a new place of worship. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The church of Santa Maria di Nazareth in the heart of Sestri Levante – L’église de Santa Maria di Nazareth au coeur de Sestri Levante – La iglesia de Santa María de Nazaret en el corazón de Sestri Levante – A igreja de Santa Maria di Nazareth no coração de Sestri Levante – Die Kirche Santa Maria di Nazareth im Herzen von Sestri Levante – Nhà thờ Santa Maria di Nazareth ở trung tâm Sestri Levante – 位于塞斯特里莱万特市中心的拿撒勒圣玛丽亚教堂 – セストリ レバンテの中心部にあるサンタ マリア ディ ナザレ教会
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Frescoes on the vault of the church of Santa Maria di Nazareth in Sestri Levante. The representation of the crucifixion of Jesus on the vault of the central nave in the church of Sestri Levante.
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The presence of a small chapel dedicated to Santa Maria di Nazareth was attested as early as 1368, but it was during 1604 that, following the transfer of a plot of land by the local nobleman Bernardo Bolasco, work was undertaken to build a new place of worship. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
Frescoes on the vault of the church of Santa Maria di Nazaret in Sestri Levante – Fresques sur la voûte de l’église de Santa Maria di Nazaret à Sestri Levante – Frescos en la bóveda de la iglesia de Santa Maria di Nazaret en Sestri Levante – Afrescos no cofre da igreja de Santa Maria di Nazaret em Sestri Levante – Fresken am Gewölbe der Kirche Santa Maria di Nazaret in Sestri Levante – Frescoes trên mái vòm của nhà thờ Santa Maria di Nazaret ở Sestri Levante – 塞斯特里萊萬特聖瑪麗亞迪納薩雷特教堂穹頂上的壁畫 – SestriLevanteのSantaMariadiNazaret教会の金庫室のフレスコ画
The statue of Christ in the church of Santa Maria di Nazareth. The Holy Christ placed in the chapel in the left nave of the Basilica of Santa Maria di Nazareth, the “white” church located where the streets that climb the Sestri Levante Peninsula begin to rise. As I write to you shortly after, a miracle accompanies this Crucifix that has been venerated in my town for centuries.
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Known locally as “Santo Cristo”, a popular tradition has it that the crucifix was brought to Sestri Levante by sea, transferred to the church on the island and, in 1616, placed here in the choir. Disused and moved to the sacristy between 1690 and 1700, it was spared from an imminent fire due to an event considered miraculous by the population (according to legend “the face of Christ opened his eyes like a living person”). Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The statue of Christ in the church of Santa Maria di Nazareth – La statue du Christ dans l’église de Santa Maria di Nazareth – La estatua de Cristo en la iglesia de Santa Maria di Nazareth – A estátua de Cristo na igreja de Santa Maria di Nazareth – Die Christusstatue in der Kirche Santa Maria di Nazareth – Tượng chúa Kito trong nhà thờ Santa Maria di Nazareth – 聖瑪麗亞迪拿撒勒教堂中的基督雕像 – サンタマリアディナザレ教会のキリストの像
La statua di Santa Maria di Nazareth. La Basilica di Sestri Levante è quella chiesa bianca che tutti hanno visto venendo nella mia cittadina. E’ proprio situata sull’istmo di terra e sabbia (una volta) che collegava l'”isola” di Sestri alla Terraferma. Al suo interno, sull’altare maggiore, c’è questa bella scultura della Madonna portata in cielo. Bellissima statua.
L’altare maggiore con marmi policromi è databile al 1762 e conserva un gruppo scultoreo raffigurante la Vergine con i cherubini che sorreggono la Santa Casa di Nazaret; sia l’altare che la statua marmorea sono opera dello scultore Francesco Maria Schiaffino. Continue and learn more on Wikipedia
The statue of Santa Maria di Nazareth in Sestri Levante – La statue de Santa Maria di Nazareth à Sestri Levante – La estatua de Santa Maria di Nazareth en Sestri Levante – A estátua de Santa Maria di Nazareth em Sestri Levante – Die Statue von Santa Maria di Nazareth in Sestri Levante – Tượng Santa Maria di Nazareth ở Sestri Levante – 塞斯特里莱万特的圣玛丽亚迪拿撒勒雕像 – セストリ レバンテのサンタ マリア ディ ナザレ像
The final part of the Carrugio of Sestri Levante. A beautiful image of the final part of the main street of the historic center of Sestri that ends with the white church (Santa Maria di Nazareth). To tell the whole truth I'm not entirely sure of the name of this short stretch of road: I'm undecided between via XXV Aprile (the Carrugio of Sestri) and piazza Giacomo Matteotti (the immense square that starts from the cathedral of Maria di Nazareth). Anyone who wants or knows how to clear up my doubts is welcome!
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The final part of the slope road of Sestri Levante in Liguria – La dernière partie de la route en pente de Sestri Levante en Ligurie – La parte final de la carretera de pendiente de Sestri Levante en Liguria – A parte final da estrada de encosta de Sestri Levante na Ligúria – Der letzte Teil der Hangstraße von Sestri Levante in Ligurien – Đoạn cuối của con đường dốc Sestri Levante ở Liguria – 利古里亚塞斯特里莱万特斜坡路的最后部分 – リグーリア州のセストリレバンテの斜面道路の最後の部分
Il Presepe della Basilica di Santa Maria di Nazareth. La tradizione dei presepi, nonostante le difficoltà nel muoversi dovute a questo maledetto Covid, prosegue anche quest’anno in quasi tutte le chiese sestresi. Questo è il bel presepe della Basilica di Sestri Levante: Santa Maria di nazareth, la chiesa bianca tra la baia del Silenzio e quella delle Favole.
