Santa Maria Maggiore, Gazzo Veronese Explained

Country:Italy
Denomination:Roman Catholic
Address:Piazza Gazzo 13, 37060 Gazzo Veronese[1]
Consecrated Date:846
Diocese:Verona

Santa Maria Maggiore is a church in Gazzo Veronese, a village near Verona, in the Veneto region of northern Italy.

History

The church is first mentioned in the 9th century; an inscription on the exterior dates its consecration to August 20, 846. In 1117, an earthquake destroyed the first church, which was rebuilt in Romanesque style. During restorations in 1938-1940, 9th century mosaics were discovered under the current pavement. Another extensive restoration was carried on in the 15th century. The exterior pinnacles date from this period.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Santa Maria Maggiore Church . www.pianuraveronese.com . 29 June 2024 . en-gb.
  2. Web site: Church of Santa Maria Maggiore . chieseitaliane.chiesacattolica.it . . 29 June 2024.