- Address: San Marino, Borgo Maggiore, Piazza Grande 24
The Church of Saint Antimo San Marino is located in the heart of the city of Borgo Maggiore . It was built in the Grande square. Its high tower is visible from any point of the terrain, and the bells ringing during the festive mass delight anyone who has been lucky to hear it.
The Church of Saint Antimo in San Marino is the pride and age-old history of the entire population. It was named after the famous biblical martyr Bishop Nycomedinsky. The most interesting part of the church was the center, where there is a huge cross - a symbol of crucifixion with a thorns crown, which is held by two charming angels. In the left part of the hall of the church there is a picturesque picture of the Borgo Maggiore of the 18th century, and in the right part - pictures of the magnificent mountain peaks of Monte Titano .
History of the Church of Saint Antimo in San Marino
The first record in the history of the state about this landmark was found in the ancient manuscript of the sixteenth century. Historians, scholars and locals of Borgo Maggiore are convinced that the Church of Saint Antimo in San Marino appeared long before 1700, but the chapel and tower in 1896, because this date is indicated on the building. The tower was rebuilt when the church was reconstructed. The architect Francesco Azzuri was engaged in this.
How to visit?
You can reach this church by public transport, for example by bus number 11.
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