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Basilica of Sant Angelo
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- Name
- Basilica of Sant Angelo
- Continent
- EUROPE
- Alt Name:
- Sant'Angelo in Formis
- Country:
- Italy
- Period:
- High Medieval (1000AD–1300AD)
- Sub-Region:
- -
- Date:
- 1000AD - 1099AD
- City/Town:
- Sant Angelo
- Figure:
- -
- Resorts:
- Sant Angelo,
Caserta,
Napoli,
- Related:
- Capua Archaeological Museum,
about Basilica of Sant Angelo
The Basilica of Sant Angelo in Formis is an eleventh century Benedictine church constructed on the former site of a Roman temple dedicated to Diana Tifatina. In fact, the remains of this Roman temple are incorporated into the Basilica of Sant Angelo in Formis, including its Doric columns and floor, both of which were once part of the temple.
The current form of Sant Angelo in Formis dates back to 1053 when it was built by the Abbot of Montecassino Desiderius, who was later Pope Victor III. Visitors to Sant Angelo in Formis can view its colourfully frescoed interior.
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contact details
Address: Via Luigi Baia 120, 81043 Sant’Angelo in Formis (CE)
Phone: 0823-960817
E-Mail: basilicabenedettina@libero.it
useful information
Directions:
Sant Angelo in Formis is located in Campania, approximately a 20 minute drive north of Caserta. It is 4km outside the centre of the town of Sant’Angelo in Formis, to which there are trains from Naples.
Ticket Information:
Sant Angelo in Formis is open daily 9:30am-12:30pm and 3pm-6pm. Entry is free.
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