Mother Church of Santa Maria della Platea
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Churches and sanctuariesFree entry

Genzano di Lucania (Potenza)

Mother Church of Santa Maria della Platea

The Mother Church of Santa Maria della Platea is the main church of Genzano di Lucania. It holds a polyptych attributed to Giovanni Bellini, regarded as one of the most prestigious works of art in Basilicata.

  • Opening hoursVariable: check before visiting
  • AdmissionFree entry
  • WhereVia Carmine, Genzano di Lucania (PZ)

What to see

  • The polyptych with the Madonna and Child enthroned with other saints, datable to the second half of the 15th century. After restoration by the Superintendence of Matera it was attributed to Giovanni Bellini (known as Giambellino).
  • The other furnishings and works kept in the church, in the heart of the old town.

How to get there

It stands in the centre of Genzano di Lucania, on Via Carmine, and can be reached on foot. Genzano lies in the Alto Bradano, near the border with Puglia.

Useful information

Opening and service times vary, so it is best to check before going, especially to see the polyptych. The map position comes from OpenStreetMap. The photograph shows the polyptych.

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