Church of Santi Pietro e Paolo

History of the Church of Santi Pietro e Paolo in Ascoli Piceno

Its origins go back to 1206. In that year a nun named Amata founded the church and the adjoining convent, in Romanesque style. The building then went through various changes over the centuries.

In the 20th century Bishop Morgante wanted to return the church to its original medieval simplicity, and the church was reconsecrated for worship. The dedication to Saints Peter and Paul dates from May 1969.

What to see in the Church of Santi Pietro e Paolo

The only decorative element on the front facade is a round window, typical of a bare Romanesque style. Three narrow single-light windows open on the left side. Further back is the circular body of the sacristy, covered by a dome and built in 1740. The apse, not of medieval origin, was rebuilt in 1685.

The interior is as plain as the exterior. It has a single nave on a Latin cross plan with a cross vault. The apse is the only plastered part and has a barrel vault, marked by lunette vaults at regular intervals.

Where the Church of Santi Pietro e Paolo is

The church is in Ascoli Piceno, in the Campo Parignano district.

Near the Church of Santi Pietro e Paolo in Ascoli Piceno

To plan a wider visit to the city, a good starting point is the page things to do in Ascoli Piceno, which collects the other places of interest in the municipality.