FamxplorChiesa del Gesù Nuovo
What to expect
The Chiesa del Gesù Nuovo is a Baroque church in Naples with a sober facade, but inside it has a beautiful interior, making it one of the most important and beautiful churches in Naples. The church was originally a palace built in 1470 for Roberto Sanseverino, Prince of Salerno. The Jesuits had already built a church with this name in Naples, now called Gesú Vecchio. The church has a unique facade, faced with rustic ashlar diamond projections, and features many beautiful frescoes and sculptures, including works by Belisario Corenzio, Paolo de Matteis, and Francesco Solimena. The church also contains the mortal remains of St. Joseph Moscati, a biochemistry teacher at the University of Naples and head physician of the Ospedale degli Incurabili, canonized on 25 October 1987 by Pope John Paul II
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Activities: We also saw the Church of the same name on the square, famous for its high concentration of Baroque sculptures and paintings. It's a magnificent display of Baroque extravagance, with vibrant colors, pink and red marble colonnades, golden ceilings, and ornate decorations
Highlights: We were all captivated by the opulent interior of the Chiesa del Gesù Nuovo, with its vibrant colors, elaborate decorations, and the impressive Baroque style. The kids were fascinated by the intricate details of the sculptures and paintings ✨