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Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino

Via Domenico Longo

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Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino, also known as Chapel XII - The Burial of Saint Gioacchino, is a Catholic chapel located in Laino Borgo, Italy.

History

  • The chapel was built in 1636 and is an example of Baroque architecture.
  • The building's design features a unique blend of Romanesque and Gothic elements, with intricate stone carvings and ornate decorations.

Architecture

The chapel was built in 1636 and is an example of Baroque architecture. The building's design features a unique blend of Romanesque and Gothic elements, with intricate stone carvings and ornate decorations.

Location

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino is located at Via Domenico Longo in Laino Borgo, Italy.

Sacro Monte di Laino Borgo

  • The chapel is situated within the Sacro Monte di Laino Borgo, a scenic park featuring 20 chapels and numerous artworks.

Notable Features

The chapel's interior features a striking fresco depicting the saints lying on the sepulcher, accompanied by two little angels on the side walls. The artwork is attributed to Italian artist Giovanni Battista Monti.

Organ and Bells

The chapel houses an organ built in 1640, which is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque organ design in Italy.

Heritage Status

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino has been recognized as a national monument by the Italian government.

Visiting Information

The chapel is open to visitors during regular hours, which are subject to change. Visitors can access the chapel via Via Domenico Longo in Laino Borgo.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The chapel features numerous artworks and relics, including frescoes, sculptures, and sacred objects. The chapel's most notable artwork is the fresco depicting the saints lying on the sepulcher, which is considered a masterpiece of Baroque art.

Organ and Bells

The chapel houses an organ built in 1640, which is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque organ design in Italy.

Heritage Status

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino has been recognized as a national monument by the Italian government.

Visiting Information

The chapel is open to visitors during regular hours, which are subject to change. Visitors can access the chapel via Via Domenico Longo in Laino Borgo.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The chapel features numerous artworks and relics, including frescoes, sculptures, and sacred objects. The chapel's most notable artwork is the fresco depicting the saints lying on the sepulcher, which is considered a masterpiece of Baroque art.

Organ and Bells

The chapel houses an organ built in 1640, which is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque organ design in Italy.

Heritage Status

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino has been recognized as a national monument by the Italian government.

Visiting Information

The chapel is open to visitors during regular hours, which are subject to change. Visitors can access the chapel via Via Domenico Longo in Laino Borgo.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The chapel features numerous artworks and relics, including frescoes, sculptures, and sacred objects. The chapel's most notable artwork is the fresco depicting the saints lying on the sepulcher, which is considered a masterpiece of Baroque art.

Organ and Bells

The chapel houses an organ built in 1640, which is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque organ design in Italy.

Heritage Status

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino has been recognized as a national monument by the Italian government.

Visiting Information

The chapel is open to visitors during regular hours, which are subject to change. Visitors can access the chapel via Via Domenico Longo in Laino Borgo.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The chapel features numerous artworks and relics, including frescoes, sculptures, and sacred objects. The chapel's most notable artwork is the fresco depicting the saints lying on the sepulcher, which is considered a masterpiece of Baroque art.

Organ and Bells

The chapel houses an organ built in 1640, which is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque organ design in Italy.

Heritage Status

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino has been recognized as a national monument by the Italian government.

Visiting Information

The chapel is open to visitors during regular hours, which are subject to change. Visitors can access the chapel via Via Domenico Longo in Laino Borgo.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The chapel features numerous artworks and relics, including frescoes, sculptures, and sacred objects. The chapel's most notable artwork is the fresco depicting the saints lying on the sepulcher, which is considered a masterpiece of Baroque art.

Organ and Bells

The chapel houses an organ built in 1640, which is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque organ design in Italy.

Heritage Status

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino has been recognized as a national monument by the Italian government.

Visiting Information

The chapel is open to visitors during regular hours, which are subject to change. Visitors can access the chapel via Via Domenico Longo in Laino Borgo.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The chapel features numerous artworks and relics, including frescoes, sculptures, and sacred objects. The chapel's most notable artwork is the fresco depicting the saints lying on the sepulcher, which is considered a masterpiece of Baroque art.

Organ and Bells

The chapel houses an organ built in 1640, which is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque organ design in Italy.

Heritage Status

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino has been recognized as a national monument by the Italian government.

Visiting Information

The chapel is open to visitors during regular hours, which are subject to change. Visitors can access the chapel via Via Domenico Longo in Laino Borgo.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The chapel features numerous artworks and relics, including frescoes, sculptures, and sacred objects. The chapel's most notable artwork is the fresco depicting the saints lying on the sepulcher, which is considered a masterpiece of Baroque art.

Organ and Bells

The chapel houses an organ built in 1640, which is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque organ design in Italy.

Heritage Status

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino has been recognized as a national monument by the Italian government.

Visiting Information

The chapel is open to visitors during regular hours, which are subject to change. Visitors can access the chapel via Via Domenico Longo in Laino Borgo.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The chapel features numerous artworks and relics, including frescoes, sculptures, and sacred objects. The chapel's most notable artwork is the fresco depicting the saints lying on the sepulcher, which is considered a masterpiece of Baroque art.

Organ and Bells

The chapel houses an organ built in 1640, which is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque organ design in Italy.

Heritage Status

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino has been recognized as a national monument by the Italian government.

Visiting Information

The chapel is open to visitors during regular hours, which are subject to change. Visitors can access the chapel via Via Domenico Longo in Laino Borgo.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The chapel features numerous artworks and relics, including frescoes, sculptures, and sacred objects. The chapel's most notable artwork is the fresco depicting the saints lying on the sepulcher, which is considered a masterpiece of Baroque art.

Organ and Bells

The chapel houses an organ built in 1640, which is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque organ design in Italy.

Heritage Status

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino has been recognized as a national monument by the Italian government.

Visiting Information

The chapel is open to visitors during regular hours, which are subject to change. Visitors can access the chapel via Via Domenico Longo in Laino Borgo.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The chapel features numerous artworks and relics, including frescoes, sculptures, and sacred objects. The chapel's most notable artwork is the fresco depicting the saints lying on the sepulcher, which is considered a masterpiece of Baroque art.

Organ and Bells

The chapel houses an organ built in 1640, which is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque organ design in Italy.

Heritage Status

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino has been recognized as a national monument by the Italian government.

Visiting Information

The chapel is open to visitors during regular hours, which are subject to change. Visitors can access the chapel via Via Domenico Longo in Laino Borgo.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The chapel features numerous artworks and relics, including frescoes, sculptures, and sacred objects. The chapel's most notable artwork is the fresco depicting the saints lying on the sepulcher, which is considered a masterpiece of Baroque art.

Organ and Bells

The chapel houses an organ built in 1640, which is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque organ design in Italy.

Heritage Status

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino has been recognized as a national monument by the Italian government.

Visiting Information

The chapel is open to visitors during regular hours, which are subject to change. Visitors can access the chapel via Via Domenico Longo in Laino Borgo.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The chapel features numerous artworks and relics, including frescoes, sculptures, and sacred objects. The chapel's most notable artwork is the fresco depicting the saints lying on the sepulcher, which is considered a masterpiece of Baroque art.

Organ and Bells

The chapel houses an organ built in 1640, which is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque organ design in Italy.

Heritage Status

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino has been recognized as a national monument by the Italian government.

Visiting Information

The chapel is open to visitors during regular hours, which are subject to change. Visitors can access the chapel via Via Domenico Longo in Laino Borgo.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The chapel features numerous artworks and relics, including frescoes, sculptures, and sacred objects. The chapel's most notable artwork is the fresco depicting the saints lying on the sepulcher, which is considered a masterpiece of Baroque art.

Organ and Bells

The chapel houses an organ built in 1640, which is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque organ design in Italy.

Heritage Status

The Cappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino has been recognized as a national monument by the Italian government.

Visiting Information

The chapel is open to visitors during regular hours, which are subject to change. Visitors can access the chapel via Via Domenico Longo in Laino Borgo.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The chapel features numerous artworks and relics, including frescoes, sculptures, and sacred objects. The chapel's most notable artwork is the fresco depicting the saints lying on the sepulcher, which is considered a masterpiece of Baroque art.

Organ

Details

NameCappellina XII - Sepoltura di S. Gioacchino
CityLaino Borgo
CountryItaly
Coordinates39.965397, 15.954682