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Gregorian Chant: Sacred Beauty at San Miniato al Monte Church, Florence, Italy. Family Travel Photos. 320 subscribers. 1.1K views 10 months ago BASILICA DI SAN MINIATO. ...more....
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Monks singing (gregorian chant) at San Miniato al Monte in Florence, Italy. This is in the church that is on the top back side of Piazzale Michelangelo. I ...
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Built between the 11th and 13th century, the exterior of the Church of San Miniato is decorated with green and white marble in geometric patterns similar to the facades of Santa Croce and Santa Maria Novella. A mosaic from the 12th century decorates the facade over a central window.
Going into the church, one finds that the interior is Romanesque, with three naves and an elevated presbytery and a crypt. Pay particular attention to the marble pavement in the central aisle dating back to the 13th century. At the end is the beautiful Cappella del Crocefisso by Michelozzo (1448), and behind it is the crypt, decorated with frescoes...
Since the church of San Miniato is located just outside the city walls it takes a bit more planning to arrive. It is easily accessible by foot, car, bike (for those who like to climb) and by bus. If you like the idea of a panoramic hike, taking in the green hills that surround Florence and the spectacular views of the skyline then your best option ...
You can also catch the ATAF orange city bus number 12 or 13 to get to the Piazzale and the walk it to the top of the church.
Gregorian Chant at San Miniato al Monte. On Sundays and Feast days, the monks accompany Mass with Gregorian chant at 10.00 and 17.30, in the crypt. During week days, Gregorian chant takes place at 17.30 in summer. This time might change to 16.30 in winter.
Jan 4, 2014 · Gregorian Chants Service at 6:30 pm a must do experience. Review of Basilica San Miniato al Monte. Reviewed January 4, 2014. We raced to get here, in the dark, up the steep hill on the south side of Florence in time for the monks to proceed into the lower chapel of this beautiful church on a hill overlooking Florence.
- Via delle Porte Sante 34, 50125, Florence,, Italy
Jan 10, 2024 · Last Updated on January 10, 2024 by Leslie Livingston. Perched atop a hill overlooking Florence, the Basilica of San Miniato al Monte is the city’s hidden crown jewel. This ancient church predates many of Florence’s renowned Renaissance treasures, offering a fascinating mix of medieval architectural styles.
