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Saint John the Baptist Cathedral, Calvi

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Saint John the Baptist Cathedral, Calvi

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1. Strand von Calvi 🥾 – Coastal path Revellata loop from Calvi Talle

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2. Strand von Calvi 🥾 – Citadelle de Calvi loop from Guazzole

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3. Strand von Calvi 🥾 – Citadelle de Calvi loop from Calvi Talle

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Holger

July 22, 2023

The current building with the floor plan of a Greek cross dates from the 16th century, although the foundations of the church that dominates the citadel are much older (13th century). During the Turkish siege in 1553, the city's residents are said to have carried the crucifix through the streets and used it to drive out the Turks.

Sometimes concerts also take place here.

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Peter

October 10, 2024

Founded at the end of the 13th century, it was destroyed and enlarged several times until the 18th century, so that its plan has a Greek cross in the center, covered by an octagonal dome.

It was dedicated to Saint John the Baptist in 1528 and erected as a cathedral by Gregory XIII in 1576. It contains exceptional works: an altarpiece from 1498, signed Barbagelata, depicts the Annunciation surrounded by saints and scenes from the life of the Virgin Mary on the predella.

The high altar, in polychrome marble in a very elegant Ligurian Renaissance style, was donated by a Calvian family in the 17th century.

On the left is the Rosary Altar, also in polychrome marble, a highly venerated processional statue: the Virgin of the Rosary, who came from Spain in the sixteenth century.

In counterpart, a lustro stucco altar represents the Black Christ of Miracles, made of painted wood of Florentine workmanship, enriched with a perizonium in embossed silver, whose strong popular piety made the victory possible during the siege of 1555.

An important marble baptistery, donated in 1569 by Giovan Antonio Vincentello, testifies to the enrichment of some Calvi emigrants in the New World.

A gilded wooden pulpit dating from 1757 completes this beautiful architectural testimony of Baroque art.

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Heinz

June 8, 2025

Here is some information about the Saint Jean-Baptiste Cathedral in Calvi in German:

1. **History**:

* Dedicated to **John the Baptist**, it was built **in 1528** and elevated to cathedral status in **1576** by Pope **Gregory XIII**.

* The building has been renovated and rebuilt several times over the centuries, particularly between **1604 and 1625**.

2. **Architecture**:

* The cathedral features an architectural style typical of the region, with an impressive façade and a richly decorated interior.

* It is known for its **altarpiece** by the artist **Barbagelata**, an exceptional work.

3. **Location**:

* It is located in the heart of the **Citadel of Calvi** and offers magnificent views of the town and the sea.

4. **Visit**:

*The cathedral is an active place of worship and attracts many visitors due to its history and architectural beauty. It often receives a **4.0** rating on travel platforms.

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Location: Corsica, France

Saint John the Baptist Cathedral, Calvi

1. Strand von Calvi 🥾 – Coastal path Revellata loop from Calvi Talle

2. Strand von Calvi 🥾 – Citadelle de Calvi loop from Guazzole

3. Strand von Calvi 🥾 – Citadelle de Calvi loop from Calvi Talle

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