This medieval church was reconstructed after being bombed in the Second World War
Church of Saint Matthew in Rocca San Giovanni Di Superchilum - Opera propria, CC BY 4.0
Church of Saint Matthew in Rocca San Giovanni Di Superchilum - Opera propria, CC BY 4.0
Founded in 1076 by Abbot Odorisio I, the current church dates back to the 13th century
The deacon St. Lawrence holding a gridiron, reminding of his martyrdom. Gothic fresco in Linderod church, Sweden Stig Alenas - Shutterstock
A story links St Lawrence to the most powerful and mysterious relic of Christianity: the Holy Grail.
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Church of San Biagio in Lanciano SerFeo - Shutterstock
It stands on an ancient chapel from the 9th century dedicated to Saint George, possibly built on a Roman temple to the goddess Minerva.
A priest bequeathed all his possessions to build this church
One of the oldest churches at Lanciano with an impressive Gothic façade
Main entrance of St Agostino church in Lanciano SerFeo - Shutterstock
This church played a key role in the religious and civic life of Lanciano, also housing confraternities and important relics
Despite its decay, this church remains a quiet testimony of Lanciano’s devotional and rural heritage.