Church of San Benedetto Abate
A twentieth-century church dedicated to Saint Benedict, built in Pomezia during the interwar period.
At a glance
The Church of San Benedetto Abate stands in central Pomezia, a town in the Lazio region south of Rome. Constructed in 1938, the church represents religious architecture of the fascist era in Italy.
History
The Church of San Benedetto Abate was built in 1938. It reflects the urban development of Pomezia during the 1930s, when the town was being systematically expanded under state direction.
What you see
The church is dedicated to Saint Benedict Abate, a figure central to Western monasticism. Its architectural character reflects twentieth-century Italian ecclesiastical design of the period in which it was constructed.
Cultural significance
The church documents the religious and urban life of Pomezia at a formative moment in the town’s history. As a 1938 construction, it carries witness to the architectural choices and community priorities of interwar Italy.
Key facts
- Address: Piazza Indipendenza 19, 00071 Pomezia
- Coordinates: 41.66958194471321, 12.501330971717834
- Phone: 06 9180 0023
- Built: 1938
Practical information
Opening hours and visitor information are not listed; contact the church directly or check local tourism resources for current details.
Getting there
The church is located on Piazza Indipendenza in Pomezia. You can reach Pomezia by rail or car from Rome, approximately 30 kilometres to the south.
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