Sant'andrea
The Church of Sant'Andrea in Montebuono: an ancient and fascinating history
The Church of Sant'Andrea is a very important monument located in Montebuono, in the province of Grosseto. Its construction dates back to the Middle Ages, probably between the 13th and 14th centuries, and it has been a parish with its current name ever since. In the following years, numerous restoration and renovation works were carried out to preserve its original appearance.
Description of the building
The church of Sant'Andrea is located next to the cemetery of the village and is characterized by sturdy stone walls. The main facade features a rectangular entrance portal, preceded by a short flight of steps, which leads to the single nave of the religious building. Inside, there is a precious late Renaissance fresco depicting the "Madonna with Child, St. Andrew and St. Anthony the Abbot", from the Sienese school of the 16th century. The presence of St. Andrew in the fresco testifies to the pre-existing dedication of the religious building to the saint. The bell tower, with a square section, rises outside the church and includes the bell cell, where three still functioning bells are placed. The top part of the bell tower culminates with a slender pinnacle that recalls the Gothic style.
Related voices and other projects
The Tufo Area and the Church of the Madonna del Cerro are other historical monuments located in the same area of Montebuono, which can be reached in just a few minutes by car. On the website of the Tuscany Region, it is possible to find more information about the Church of Sant'Andrea, as well as other tourist attractions in the area.
External links
For more information about the Church of Sant'Andrea in Montebuono and the visiting methods, it is possible to visit the official website. It is also possible to book a guided tour to discover every detail of the splendid medieval architecture and admire the fresco of the "Madonna with Child, St. Andrew and St. Anthony the Abbot" up close.
