Paestum was Christianized by the 5th century and became the seat of a bishop. Its modestly-sized cathedral was built shortly thereafter, incorporating ancient stones and columns from the ruined city. Paestum was abandoned by the 9th century due to malaria and invaders, with a new settlement (Capaccio) established on higher ground a few kilometers away. The church was restored in the 18th and 20th centuries and is in active use today.
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Paestum's Basilica Paleocristiana is an early Christian cathedral dating from the 5th century. It has recently been restored to its original form, which uses materials from the ancient city.
Location map of Paestum Church, Paestum, Italy. Click to enlarge.
Aerial view of Paestum Church, Paestum, Italy. Click to enlarge.
Quick Facts
Address
Paestum, Italy
Coordinates
40.4239443° N, 15.0073583° E map · aerial
Article Info
Page Title
Paestum Church
Date Published
October 8, 2013
Last Updated
September 29, 2023