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San Miniato al Monte
San Miniato al Monte

Romanesque Church on the Florentine Hills

34 Via Del Monte alle Croci
Firenze,
50125

Neighborhood: Santo Spirito (Oltrarno)

Nearest Train: ATAF 12, 13

Phone: +39 055 234 2768
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San Miniato is one of the most striking examples of Florentine Romanesque architecture, characterized by its bicoloured (white and green) marble façade. The altar, pulpit and transept recess feature fine marble décor, while the floor, in keeping with the Romanesque style, is decorated with symbolic ornamental motifs. Halfway along the nave on the left is another chapel, the Cappella del Cardinale Portogallo, which was designed by one of Brunelleschi’s pupils, its architectural and decorative style resembles one of Brunelleschi’s first creations, the Sagrestia Vecchia (Old Sacristy), which can be seen in San Lorenzo church. Admission: Free.

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