Chiesa di Santa Felicita - Florence, Italy
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N 43° 46.016 E 011° 15.144
32T E 681291 N 4848452
Santa Felicita (Church of St Felicity) is a church in Florence, Italy, probably the oldest in the city after San Lorenzo.
Waymark Code: WMK90G
Location: Toscana, Italy
Date Posted: 03/02/2014
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"The ancient romanesque church, of Early Christian origin, is dedicated to the Roman martyr St. Felicity. The Vasari corridor runs above the portico outside the façade, connecting the Palazzo Vecchio with the Pitti Palace: by means of a special grating at the back of the church, members of the Grand Ducal court were ableto assist at Mass. Inside, the nave and transept were restructured in the 18th century by the architect Ferdinando Ruggieri and are filled with works of art. In the Capponi Chapel (to the right of the entrance), built for the Barbadori family by Brunelleschi, there are masterpieces by Pontormo, the great exponent of early Florentine Mannerism. The 14th century Chapter Room and the 15th century sacristy should also be visited."
From the Historical marker
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1300
Age of Church building determined by?: Cornerstone or plaque
If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Catholic
Street address of Church:
Florence, Italy
Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]
If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: Not listed
If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Not listed
Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: Not Listed
Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed
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