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Church of San Martino — Teggiano
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Church of San Martino

From the Renaissance period, therefore later than the other churches of Teggiano, S. Martino has undergone numerous restorations over the centuries, not least after the fire of 1820, by Giovanni Carrano. The plan is basilical, with three naves separated by monolithic stone column...

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Church of San Martino — Teggiano, Italy.

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From the Renaissance period, therefore later than the other churches of Teggiano, S. Martino has undergone numerous restorations over the centuries, not least after the fire of 1820, by Giovanni Carrano. The plan is basilical, with three naves separated by monolithic stone columns, without a transept. From the presbytery one enters the apse, polygonal vaulted, through a triumphal arch resting on solid pillars. The access to the inside is given through an arcade with three round arches resting on smooth columns; the vaults are cross vaults.

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The main portal, flanked by two minor doors, although not bearing any inscribed date, has decorative forms of the late eighteenth century, is formed by two pillars resting on a pedestal, adorned with two coats of arms and surmounted by an architrave with frieze.

The historical news indicate S. Martino as parish until 1940.

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The Church of San Martino features a Renaissance basilical plan with three naves separated by impressive monolithic stone columns. The church is distinguished by its polygonal vaulted apse accessible through a triumphal arch, and its entrance arcade with three round arches resting on smooth columns with cross vaults.
San Martino dates from the Renaissance period, making it later than other churches in Teggiano, and has undergone numerous restorations throughout the centuries. A significant restoration was carried out by Giovanni Carrano following a major fire in 1820 that damaged the structure.
The main portal features decorative forms from the late eighteenth century and is flanked by two minor doors. It is composed of two pillars resting on a pedestal adorned with two coats of arms and topped with an architrave decorated with a frieze.
According to historical records, the Church of San Martino served as the parish church until 1940, making it an important religious center for the community for several centuries. After 1940, its role as the primary parish church came to an end.
Inside, visitors will find a basilical layout without a transept, supported by monolithic stone columns that divide the space into three naves. The presbytery leads to a polygonal vaulted apse through an impressive triumphal arch resting on solid pillars, while the ceiling features cross vaults throughout the structure.

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