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Church of Santissima Annunziata (Acquasanta Terme)

Church of Santissima Annunziata (Acquasanta Terme)

Type
Church
Municipality
Acquasanta Terme (AP)

Source: site database, © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

The Church of Santissima Annunziata (Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata) is a Catholic church in Acquasanta Terme, in the province of Ascoli Piceno, in the locality of Castel di Luco. Acquasanta Terme is a municipality in Le Marche.

Castel di Luco is an old village with a castle of travertine stone. The village lies in a wide basin sloping down toward the Tronto river. The castle rests on a rocky travertine base and follows its circular shape.

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Visiting the Church of Santissima Annunziata

Before setting out, it is best to check whether the church is accessible. The 2016 earthquake damaged the religious heritage of the inland Ascoli area, and in several churches of the municipality of Acquasanta Terme the earthquake caused cracks that require repair work.

Where the Church of Santissima Annunziata is located

The church is in the municipality of Acquasanta Terme, in the locality of Castel di Luco. The castle stands near the village of Paggese and overlooks the ancient Via Salaria consular road, which runs along the Tronto. The municipality of Acquasanta Terme lies along the Salaria, where the Garrafo stream flows into the Tronto.

Around the Church of Santissima Annunziata

Next to the church is the castle of Castel di Luco. It had been badly damaged by the 2016 earthquake. After the works it was officially inaugurated on March 25, 2024. Events, exhibitions and concerts are planned for the future.

In Paggese stands the 13th-century church of San Lorenzo, with a triptych of the Madonna and Child between Saint Mark and Saint Lawrence, attributed to Pietro Alemanno. Other religious buildings in the area are gathered on the churches of the Sibillini Mountains page.

Frequently asked questions

Can the castle of Castel di Luco be visited after the earthquake?

The castle had been badly damaged by the 2016 earthquake. It was then restored and officially inaugurated on March 25, 2024. On that occasion it was announced that, besides open visits, events, exhibitions and concerts would be held there. Before going, it is best to check the opening days.

Which other churches can be seen in Acquasanta Terme?

In the center is the Church of San Giovanni Battista in Acquasanta Terme, with two paintings by Giulio Cantalamessa. There is also the church of Santa Maria Maddalena, circular in plan and dating from the 14th century. In Paggese is the 13th-century church of San Lorenzo, with a triptych attributed to Pietro Alemanno.

Is Acquasanta Terme close to the Sibillini Mountains?

Acquasanta Terme lies among hills and mountains. Its territory is part of the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park, and it is close to the Sibillini Mountains. The town stands along the Via Salaria, where the Garrafo stream flows into the Tronto.

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