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Santa Maria del Calcinaio

  • Address: Località Il Calcinaio 227, j 3 km (2 mi) southeast of Cortona's center on Via Guelph, Cortona
  • Phone: 0575/604830

Fodor's Review:

Legend has it that Santa Maria del Calcinaio was built between 1485 and 1513 after the image of the Madonna appeared on a wall of the medieval calcinaio (lime pit used for curing leather) that had occupied the site. The linear gray-and-white interior recalls Florence's Duomo. Sienese architect Francesco di Giorgio (1439-1502) most likely designed the sanctuary: the church is a terrific example of Renaissance architectural principles.

  • Open: Mon.-Sat. 3:30-6, Sun. 10-12:30
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