Church of Santa Maria della Tomba, Sulmona

Name: Church of Santa Maria della Tomba
Address: Piazza Plebiscito, Sulmona, 67039, Italy

#3 among attractions in Sulmona

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Church of Santa Maria della Tomba, Sulmona

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The church of Santa Maria della Tomba is a Catholic place of worship in Sulmona, Abruzzo. It stands in Piazza del Plebiscito, in Borgo Santa Maria della Tomba, one of the ancient quarters of the historic center. It is the third most important church, after the cathedral of San Panfilo and the Santissima Annunziata complex.

One legend has it that the term "of the Tomb" comes from the Roman temple tomb, or from Publius Ovid Naso's own Domus.

Architectural style: Romanesque architectureCoordinates: 42°2'46"N, 13°55'29"E

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Piazza PlebiscitoSulmona 67039 Italy

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Church of Santa Maria della Tomba – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Castello Caldora, Cantelmo Castle, Castello De Sanctis, Abbey of the Holy Spirit at Monte Morrone.

3.6 miE
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Forts and castles
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Church, Historical place, Monastery
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Church
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Art museum, Museum
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Botanical garden
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3 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Church
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Valley, Nature, Natural attraction
Valle Peligna
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