CHIESA DI SANT'ANTONIO DI PADOVA (ISCHIA PORTO)
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CHIESA DI SANT'ANTONIO DI PADOVA (ISCHIA PORTO)
Constructed: 18th century
Location: Via Pontano, Ischia Porto
The Chiesa di Sant'Antonio di Padova, constructed in 1225, was completely destroyed in the volcanic eruption of 1301. Reconstructed afterwards, further major work was carried out in 1773. However, with the suppression of the monasteries in 1806, the monks were expelled. In 1919 ownership of the property passed to the Local Municipality and in time the Franciscans returned, establishing a Technical High School, for young people in the area.
Alongside the church, the Convent which had hosted many eminent personalities in its day, became The Library of Sant’Antonio, with over 20,000 books and conference facilities.
The façade of the church is imposing in its height and magnificent entrance with curved balcony and double flight of steps. The large central door is flanked by two narrow windows, whilst giant fluted pilasters, emphasising the height of the structure, support a triangular pediment, containing a large, central window. The imposing bell tower to the south, towers over the church and convent.
The interior consists of a single nave, the walls articulated by pilasters and arches with a dome over the crossing of nave and transept. The main altar is the usual polychrome marble of the 18th c.
The most treasured relic in this church is that of St. John Joseph of the Cross, (1654 – 1739) Patron Saint of Ischia. He was born on the Island of Ischia and died in Naples. He was buried in the Church of S. Lucia al Monte, in Naples and after 250 years, was returned to Ischia, to the great joy and pride of the people. He was born Carlo Gaetano Calosirto and devoted his life to meditation and apostolic work.
The Church houses some interesting works of art, but is closed for further renovation and reconstruction at this time.
Location: Via Pontano, Ischia Porto
The Chiesa di Sant'Antonio di Padova, constructed in 1225, was completely destroyed in the volcanic eruption of 1301. Reconstructed afterwards, further major work was carried out in 1773. However, with the suppression of the monasteries in 1806, the monks were expelled. In 1919 ownership of the property passed to the Local Municipality and in time the Franciscans returned, establishing a Technical High School, for young people in the area.
Alongside the church, the Convent which had hosted many eminent personalities in its day, became The Library of Sant’Antonio, with over 20,000 books and conference facilities.
The façade of the church is imposing in its height and magnificent entrance with curved balcony and double flight of steps. The large central door is flanked by two narrow windows, whilst giant fluted pilasters, emphasising the height of the structure, support a triangular pediment, containing a large, central window. The imposing bell tower to the south, towers over the church and convent.
The interior consists of a single nave, the walls articulated by pilasters and arches with a dome over the crossing of nave and transept. The main altar is the usual polychrome marble of the 18th c.
The most treasured relic in this church is that of St. John Joseph of the Cross, (1654 – 1739) Patron Saint of Ischia. He was born on the Island of Ischia and died in Naples. He was buried in the Church of S. Lucia al Monte, in Naples and after 250 years, was returned to Ischia, to the great joy and pride of the people. He was born Carlo Gaetano Calosirto and devoted his life to meditation and apostolic work.
The Church houses some interesting works of art, but is closed for further renovation and reconstruction at this time.
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