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The magnificent frescoes by Giotto inside the Basilica di San Francesco (Basilica of Saint Francis), in the medieval heart of Assisi, in Umbria. Built in the Italian Gothic style starting from 1228 and completed in 1253, the Basilica preserves the mortal remains of the Saint of the Poor from 1230. In the image, some of the 28 walls frescoed by Giotto between 1292 and 1305, illustrating the life of the Saint of Assisi, from his vocation to death. Over the centuries Assisi and the spirituality of these places have become a world reference point for peace, tolerance and solidarity between all the peoples and different confessions. The Umbria region, considered the green lung of Italy for its wooded mountains, is characterized by a perfect integration between nature and the presence of man, in a context of environmental sustainability and healthy life. In addition to its immense artistic and historical heritage, Umbria is famous for its food and wine production and for the quality of the olive oil produced in these lands. Since 2000 the Basilica and other Franciscan sites of Assisi have been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Super wide angle image in high definition format.
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Treviso - The fresco of Madonna with saints Anthony abbot, Francis, Bonaventure and Cristopher in the church Chiesa di San Francesco by Maestro di Feltre (1351).
Madonna with child, a fresco in the Church of Santo Stefano, in the small town of Soleto, in Puglia region. Italy. The frescos in this church were painted between the end of the XIVth and the mid XVth century
Fresco painted by Giotto in Scrovegni chapel of Padua, Italy.
Fresco of the Virgin Mary and Jesus in the Parecclesion of the Chora Church (Kariye Museum) in Istanbul, Turkey. Built in AD 527–65, it is considered to be one of the most beautiful surviving examples of a Byzantine church.
Aedicule with painting of the Madonna, Florence, Italy.
Fresco from the Renaissance period in the medieval Church of San Nicola in Capalbio
Religious painting of the Virgin and Child in the church of Albi in France
The magnificent frescoed interior of the Basilica di San Francesco (Basilica of Saint Francis), in the medieval heart of Assisi, in Umbria. In the image, the transept and the central nave seen behind the high altar inside the Basilica Inferiore, with frescos by Giotto, Cimabue and Pietro Lorenzetti. Built in the Italian Gothic style starting from 1228 and completed in 1253, the Basilica, which preserves the mortal remains of the Saint of the Poor from 1230, is composed of the Basilica Inferiore (Lower Basilica) and the Basilica Superiore (Upper Basilica), perfectly integrated. Famous for being the homeland of St. Francis and St. Clare, over the centuries Assisi and the spirituality of its sacred places have become a symbol of peace, a point of reference for tolerance and solidarity between peoples and between the different confessions of the world. The Umbria region, considered the green lung of Italy for its wooded mountains, is characterized by a perfect integration between nature and the presence of man, in a context of environmental sustainability and healthy life. In addition to its immense artistic and historical heritage, Umbria is famous for its food and wine production and for the high quality of the olive oil produced in these lands. Since 2000, the Basilica and the other Franciscan places in Assisi have been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Wide angle image in high definition quality.
Rome - The holy Mary and monks fresco from church Santa Maria Aracoeli by unknown artist of 15. cent.
The Hagia Sophia Mosque in Trabzon, originally built as a church in the 13th century, features stunning frescoes and architectural details. This historical site reflects the rich cultural and religious history of the region, attracting visitors from around the world.
Lunette with a fresco of the Madonna con il Bambino between San Francesco and the Magdalene on the portal of Church of San Francesco della Scarpa, Sulmona, Italy
Basilica di Santa Caterina d'Alessandria, Southern Italy, Galatina, Apulia: Interiors fresco details
Frescoes inside the upper basilica of San Francesco in Assisi, Italy
Italy - Celano, Abruzzo: fresco in a window of the Church of San Giovanni (Saint John) built in the 14th century in the town of Celano, in Abruzzo. The frescoes were painted in the 15th century. The Church is open and can be visited at all times.
Fra Angelico Image of the Annunciation
Rome, Italy - May 12, 2018: The Basilica of the Sacred Heart is located in the Castro Pretorio district, near Termini Station and was built between 1879 and 1887 at the behest of Pope Pius IX who, in 1870, laid the foundation stone of the new building. However, due to the annexation of Rome to the Kingdom of Italy, the work was interrupted; it was only thanks to San Giovanni Bosco that construction could be resumed in 1880 and completed in 1887 by the architect Francesco Vespignani. In this photo, above the side altar dedicated to the baptism of Jesus Christ, detail of the lunette depicting the Heavenly Father.
Assisi - The medieval painting of Madonna with St. Francis and Sebastian in Cathedral San Rufino by Matteo da Gualda (1430 - 1507).
Interior decor (frescos) Vank Cathedral or Holy Savior Cathedral of the Armenian Apostolic Church (this is the national church of the Armenian people, it is part of the Oriental Orthodoxy and is one of the most ancient Christian communities). Location: Isfahan, Iran.
Agliate, Italy - October 20, 2022: Agliate, Monza e Brianza province, Lombardy, Italy: medieval church of SS. Pietro e Paolo
Professional restorer restoring antique chapel fresco in Italy
San Giuliano Milanese, Lombardy, Italy - November 15, 2023: Interior view of Viboldone Abbey, frescoes inside the church.
St. Francis of Assisi presenting his book to St. Mary and the baby Jesus - This fresco is located in the Church of St. Francis in the town of Gualdo Tadino (Perugia, Italy). The entrance to the church is free and taking photos is allowed. The fresco was painted by Matteo da Gualdo (1435 – 1507).
Lucca, Italy. 17th September 2023 at 14:24. Fresco of the Virgin Mary in San Frediano
Precious Byzantine-style crucifix from the 12th century kept in the Chapel of San Giorgio, adorned with 14th-century frescoes
Brescia - The fresco of breast-feeding of Mandona and the saints women in church Chiesa di San Francesco d'Assisi by unknown artist of 16. cent.
A detail of the beautiful facade of the Duomo in the medieval town of Spoleto, in the Umbria region, central Italy. In the photo, the large central mosaic made in 1207 and depicting Christ enthroned between the Madonna and St. John the Evangelist, surrounded by the Romanesque style rose windows, including the large central rose window with the symbols of the four Evangelists at the corners. The Duomo, or Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta (Cathedral of Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary), was built starting from 1067 in Romanesque and Lombard style and consecrated in 1198. Spoleto, one of the most visited medieval cities in Italy, hosts the Festival of the Two Worlds, a world-famous event that brings together hundreds of artists, musicians, classical dancers and opera singers every year. The Umbria region, considered the green lung of Italy for its wooded mountains, is characterized by a perfect integration between nature and the presence of man, in a context of environmental sustainability and healthy life. In addition to its immense artistic and historical heritage, Umbria is famous for its food and wine production and for the quality of the olive oil produced in these lands. Image in high definition format.
Tabernacle with branches, Bishop's Palace, Orvieto, Italy
Religious art and architectural details in Sacro Monte di Varallo, Italy
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