San Michele Arcangelo, Potenza

San Michele Arcangelo is a romanesque-style Roman Catholic church in the city of Potenza, region of Basilicata, Italy.

History

A church at the site is first documented in 1178, however, floor mosaics, likely from the 5th century, uncovered in the church suggest that a late Roman structure was likely here before then. As was common for many Lombard churches, it was dedicated to St Michael Archangel. The stone portal has a sculpted relief of the Madonna and Child with some Franciscan Order symbols.[1]

  • Facade of church
  • belltower
  • Romanesque apse
  • Interior of church
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References
  1. Comune of Potenza Archived 2016-02-16 at the Wayback Machine, historic churches.

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