Sant'Antonino Church - Free Audio Guide
Sorrento, Campania, Italy
Chiesa Sant'Antonino, Via Sant'Antonino, Parsano, Marina Piccola, Sorrento, Napoli, Campania, 80067, Italia
The Basilica di Sant'Antonino in Sorrento is a monumental church dedicated to the city's patron saint, Sant'Antonino. Constructed in the 11th century on the site of an earlier oratory, it features a Romanesque façade and richly decorated interiors that echo Baroque influences due to significant restorations in the 17th century. Key attractions include frescoes depicting the life of Sant'Antonino, an ancient wooden altar, and a silver statue of the saint dating back to 1564. The church also houses a crypt with the saint's relics and beautiful ex-voto paintings. Visitors can appreciate its architectural beauty and historical significance, reflecting Sorrento's cultural heritage.