Mother Church of Santa Maria Maggiore
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Churches and sanctuariesFree admission

Pignola (Potenza)

Mother Church of Santa Maria Maggiore

The Mother Church stands in the highest part of Pignola, in the district called “Terra Vecchia”, where the first inhabitants settled, coming from Castelglorioso, a place now called Arioso. The first structure dates from the 13th century.

  • Opening hoursHours follow religious services
  • AdmissionFree admission
  • WhereTerra Vecchia, Pignola

What to see

  • The square bell tower with five storeys of openings, completed in 1390 by the stonecutter Trifoggio da Stigliano
  • The interior, largely rebuilt after the Irpinia earthquake of 1980

How to get there

It is in the upper part of Pignola, near the church of San Donato. The position shown on the site is approximate.

Useful information

The church has been restructured several times over the years. It is best to check opening times before visiting. Discover Pignola.

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