Church of San Pietro in Corniglia: A Gothic-Ligurian masterpiece in the Cinque Terre
At the entrance to the village of Corniglia, far from the waves, stands the majestic Church of San Pietro, built in 1334 on the ruins of an ancient parish church dating back to the year 1000.
This Gothic-Ligurian parish church, commissioned by the Fieschi family, is considered by experts one of the most fascinating monuments of the Cinque Terre.
Its gray stone façade captures the eye, enhanced by a rose window carved in white Carrara marble, a symbol of timeless craftsmanship and beauty.
Inside, the church houses artistic treasures, including a 12th-century baptismal font and a polyptych that tells the mysteries of the Christian faith.
A corner of Corniglia where time seems to have stood still, and every stone whispers the ancient stories of a village that has managed to preserve its soul.
Have you ever explored this hidden beauty of Corniglia?
