Santa Maria della Spina

The Church of Santa Maria della Spina is a small church located on the Arno riverbank in Pisa. It is an extraordinary example of Pisan Gothic architecture and was originally built in 1230. The church has undergone numerous changes, especially due to its proximity to the Arno, which is a threat to its stability. The church is decorated with cusps, tympani, and tabernacles, together with a rich sculptural decoration with tarsiae, rose-windows, and numerous statues from the main Pisane artists of the early 14th century. Inside, visitors can admire the impressive Madonna of the Rose by Andrea and Nino Pisano. The church is a gem of Gothic architecture in Italy and is open to the public