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Church of San John the Baptist, Varenna

#6 among attractions in Varenna

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The church of St. John the Baptist is a religious building, probably dating back to the 11th century, located in Varenna, in the province of Lecco, in the central Piazza San Giorgio, on the opposite side from the church of San Giorgio. According to some, it would have served in the past as the original seat of the parish of Varenna.

Architectural style: Romanesque architectureCoordinates: 46°0'35"N, 9°16'58"E
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Piazza S. GiorgioVarenna 23829 Italy

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Church of San John the Baptist – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Hotel Royal Victoria, Lake Como, Villa Monastero, Fiumelatte River.

  • hotel royal victoria varenna~220 ftSE
    46°0'33"N • 9°17'0"E

    Hotel Royal Victoria, Varenna

    2 min walk • Beach

  • lake como bellagio1.5 miSW
    Nature, Natural attraction, Lake

    Lake Como, Bellagio

    39 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Northern Italy, Lake Como is a serene retreat that has captivated travelers for centuries. This glacial lake, known for its inverted Y shape, is located in the city of Bellagio, often referred to as the "Pearl of the Lake." With its deep blue...

  • villa monastero varenna~1530 ftSE
    Architecture, Museum, Convention center

    Villa Monastero, Varenna

    8 min walk • Villa Monastero is located in Varenna, Province of Lecco, on the shore of Lake Como. The villa lies south of the village, halfway between Varenna and Fiumelatte, and includes a botanical garden, a museum, and a convention center.

  • fiumelatte river varenna0.8 miSE
    Nature, Natural attraction, Outdoor activities

    Fiumelatte River, Varenna

    21 min walk • Fiumelatte is a river in northern Italy. It flows from a cavity in the Grigna into Lake Como, just south of Varenna, it has an approximate length of 250 m. The name Fiumelatte, composed from fiume and latte, is due to the milky white color of its water.

  • castello di vezio varenna~1010 ftE
    Historical place, Forts and castles

    Castello di Vezio, Varenna

    5 min walk • Castello di Vezio is a castle located nearby Varenna and Perledo, northern Italy. Characterized in the main tower by square merlons, similar to Cly Castle in Aosta Valley, it commands the Lake Como.

  • museo ornitologico e di scienze naturali scanagatta varenna~410 ftE
    46°0'35"N • 9°17'4"E

    Museo ornitologico e di scienze naturali Scanagatta, Varenna

    2 min walk • Museum

  • perledo0.8 miNE
    Locality

    Perledo

    21 min walk • One of the main attractions in Perledo is the Castello di Vezio, a medieval castle that sits atop a hill overlooking the town. Visitors can take a leisurely hike up to the castle and explore its ancient walls and towers, as well as enjoy panoramic views of Lake Como...

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Which popular attractions are close to Church of San John the Baptist?

Nearby attractions include Hotel Royal Victoria, Varenna (2 min walk), Museo ornitologico e di scienze naturali Scanagatta, Varenna (2 min walk), Castello di Vezio, Varenna (5 min walk), Villa Monastero, Varenna (8 min walk).

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