San Rocco

Strada borgata Airola, San Pietro di Coassolo, Italy

History

• The Church of Saint Roch, also known as San Rocco, was built between 1489 and 1508 by Bartolomeo Bon the Younger. The church's construction was a response to the plague that ravaged Venice during this period.
• Substantial alterations were made in 1725.

Architecture

The façade of the church dates from 1765 to 1771, designed by Bernardino Maccarucci. The building is an example of Venetian Gothic architecture, typical of the Plague-churches built in Venice during this time period.

Religious Significance

San Rocco is a Roman Catholic church dedicated to Saint Roch, who was declared a patron saint of the city in 1576. Every year, on his feast day (16 August), the Doge made a pilgrimage to the church.

Notable Features and Artworks

• The Scuola Grande di San Rocco, located near the church, is notable for its numerous Tintoretto paintings. The church itself houses the relics of Saint Roch after their transfer from Voghera.
• The relics of Saint Roch, which rest in the church after their transfer from Voghera, are an important part of the church's religious significance.

Organ and Bells

Information on the organ and bells of San Rocco is not available.

Heritage Status

San Rocco has been designated as a protected monument in Italy.

Visiting Information

The church's opening hours are not specified. Accessibility information is also not available.

Notable Artworks or Relics

The relics of Saint Roch, which rest in the church after their transfer from Voghera, are an important part of the church's religious significance.