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Basilica of Saint Sylvester

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Basilica of Saint Sylvester

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Basilica of Saint Sylvester

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Location: Trieste, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

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3. Canal Grande of Trieste – Canal Grande (Trieste) loop from Miramare

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MySonMyWifeAndMe

January 2, 2019

The Basilica of San Silvestro (eleventh/twelfth century) is the oldest church in Trieste. Today it is the centre of the Helvetic and Waldensian Evangelical community.

Claus.j

May 18, 2022

One of the many old buildings in the old town that make up the charm of Trieste.

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JakobusPilger

July 14, 2024

This ancient church in Trieste has a patronal name that is truly on everyone's lips, but only a few will know the person behind it: the memorial day of "San SILVESTRO" is December 31st. He lived at the end of the third and beginning of the fourth century and was Bishop of Rome when Emperor Constantine recognized Christianity as a religion with the Edict of Milan - known as the "Edict of Toleration" - and thus ended (at least temporarily) the period of bloody persecution of Christians.

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Anton

January 28, 2023

Certainly a highlight for churchgoers

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Christoph

March 11, 2025

Trieste is a worthwhile destination at any time of the year! There is a lot to discover 👀 and good restaurants, cafes and bars 😋

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🌿 Seit1984 ⚒️

October 12, 2025

The Basilica of San Silvestro in Trieste is a true gem for lovers of Romanesque architecture and historical depth—and certainly a place that will appeal to your interest in hidden city features and religious history.

🏛️ Overview
Location: Via del Collegio, right at the foot of the city hill of San Giusto, next to the Baroque church of Santa Maria Maggiore.

Construction period: Origins date back to the 9th century; the current building dates back to the 11th century.

Architecture: Romanesque pseudo-basilica with a simple facade, rose window, and a bell tower, which was probably once part of the city walls.

📜 Historical Highlights
Patronage: Dedicated to Pope Sylvester I, a symbol of a church independent of the emperor—particularly relevant during the Investiture Controversy in the 11th century.

Martyr legend: The site is said to have been the home of Saints Euphemia and Thecla, who were allegedly martyred here in 256 AD. Historically, these are likely saints from Chalcedon and Iconium, whose cult was adopted from Aquileia.

Use: Owned by the Protestant Helvetic community since 1785, later used jointly with the Waldensian community. The church was restored in 1927 after an earthquake.

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