Church of the Holy Rosary (Chiesa del SS. Rosario)
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Rotonda (Potenza)

Church of the Holy Rosary (Chiesa del SS. Rosario)

Chiesa del SS. Rosario is one of the oldest churches in Rotonda: it has a single nave and, according to sources, was built around 1100-1200.

  • Opening hoursOpening times: ask in town or at the parish.
  • AdmissionFree entry.
  • WhereCentro storico – Rotonda (PZ)

What to see

  • The frescoes inside, in shades of white, pink and gold.
  • In the town, the mother church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary, from the first half of the 18th century.
  • Alleyways, stone staircases and noble palazzi with carved stone portals.

How to get there

It is located in the historic centre of Rotonda, within walking distance.

Useful information

  • Opening times depend on the parish.
  • In June, for the feast of Saint Anthony of Padua, the Sagra dell’Abete (Fir Tree Festival) takes place, the “wedding” between a beech and a fir tree.
  • See also the Sanctuary of the Consolazione and the castle.

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