San Paolo a Stagnana, Prato
Facts and practical information
St. Paul's Church is located in Prato in the Stagnana area.
The new church, completed in 1984 to plans by Alfredo Giovannelli, Francesco Gramigni, and Paolo Paoletti, is a parallelepiped block supported by tall reinforced concrete pillars in the center of a green space, and accessible by articulated hanging ramps.
Inside is a Via Crucis by Mario Verzelli and a bronze crucifix by Marcello Tommasi. The church also contains some faux fresco niches with saints, dating from the early 15th century, possibly from the workshop of Agnolo Gaddi, detached from the former church of San Paolo a Stagnana.
Near this church in 1939, the chapel of St. Paul, designed by Adelio Colzi, was built in neo-medieval forms, with decorations there the seat of perpetual adoration.
Via Carissimi, 7Prato
San Paolo a Stagnana – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: San Fabiano, Santi Vicenzo e Caterina de' Ricci, Palazzo degli Alberti, San Domenico Church.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How to get to San Paolo a Stagnana by public transport?
Train
- Prato Borgonuovo (13 min walk)