Sant'Apollinare Nuovo Ravenna, Italy

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West exterior of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, Ravenna, in evening light. The church and campanile date from c.500 AD, the portico from the 16th century. David Joyal all photos →

Dedicated to St. Apollinarus (Ravenna's first bishop), this 6th-century basilica is known for its two rows of ancient mosaics that stretch the length of the nave, telling biblical stories.

Location map of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, Ravenna, Italy. Click to enlarge.
Aerial view of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, Ravenna, Italy. Click to enlarge.

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Address
Ravenna, Italy
Coordinates
44.4167700° N, 12.2048990° E map · aerial

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Page Title
Sant'Apollinare Nuovo
Added By
Holly Hayes
Date Published
October 8, 2013
Last Updated
September 29, 2023