Church of San Nicola di Bari in Lagonegro

History and legend

Inside are works of art from the 16th to the 18th century, including a crucifix and a Virgin with Saint John by the sculptor Altobello Persio. The church is also known because tradition and legend place here the burial, in 1506, of Lisa del Giocondo, the Monna Lisa painted by Leonardo: this is indeed a tradition, not a proven fact.

What to see

• The stone portal and the works by Altobello Persio.
• The staircase that climbs up to the church from the Porta di Ferro (Iron Gate).
• The alleys of the borgo antico (old village).

How to get there

It is located in the historic centre, within walking distance of Piazza del Piano; Lagonegro is served by the A2 motorway (Lagonegro Nord/Sud exit) and the SS585 road.

Useful information

• The climb up to the village involves steep steps.
• In the town you will also find the church of the Rosario, with its stone portal, and the church of the Crocifisso, dating from the late 17th century.