Places of worship
Church of Madonna del Soccorso in Montalcino
Built in the 14th century where they found an ancient image of the Virgin
Chiesa della Madonna del Soccorso
SP14, 53024 Montalcino SI, Italia
The Church of Madonna del Soccorso in Montalcino was built in 1330on the site of the medieval Church of Porta al Corniolo, where the people’s veneration of an ancient canvas depicting the Virgin Mary would have been found. The building massively expanded between 1478-1480 and was only finished in 1609.
The façade, started in 1794 based on the designs of architect Francesco Paccagnini, was completed in 1829.
Inside, you can see Baroque altars with worksattributed toStefano Volpi (Holy Family)from Siena, and Francesco Vanni (Crucifixion).
Montalcino
The Brunello town: a jewel of art and history in the Val D'Orcia
Montalcino is a gem of history and art, buried deep in the hills of the Val D'Orica. This medieval city immediately welcomes the visitor into its old medieval layout, scored as it is with straight, steep streets which have breathtaking panoramas waiting at the top. Montalcino is also known as the town that produces Brunello di Montalcino, one of the most famous wines in the world. ...
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