Italy, Abruzzi Province of Chieti Fossacesia, the S. Giovanni in Venere abbey (XIII century)
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4504 x 3056 px | 38.1 x 25.9 cm | 15 x 10.2 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
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Europe Italy, Abruzzi Province of Chieti FossacesiaMore information:
Italy, Abruzzi Province of Chieti Fossacesia, the S. Giovanni in Venere abbey (XIII century) The church has the classic structure of the basilicas of the Cistercian style, with three naves separated by pointed arches and wooden ceilings. The main facade has a portal of the Moon, all marble, decorated with reliefs and ancient materials recovery. On the south side are the portal of Women (side entrance, is commonly used), also adorned with marble decorations, and cut off the bell tower, whose slits reveal the use of defensive tower that was done. Opposite the main facade, there are three apses, whose ornamented with mullioned windows and reveals a taste Arabic [1]. Inside, the apse is decorated with frescoes of the thirteenth century. Beneath the altar is the crypt, where they make a fine show of Roman columns. Under the main entrance is another room, in the thirteenth century made from the remains of the ancient Christian church.