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⛪ Church of San Giovanni Battista

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⛪ Church of San Giovanni Battista
Historic parish church in Riomaggiore, Cinque Terre


🕐 1 min read · Updated 1 Apr 2026 at 14:40

UNESCOUNESCO World Heritage Site

📌 Fast Facts
  • Founded in 1340 by Bishop Antonio Fieschi of Luni
  • Located in the upper village of Riomaggiore, Cinque Terre
  • Renovated in 1870 with neo-Gothic façade
  • Car-free village; accessible on foot only

The Church of San Giovanni Battista stands in the upper settlement of Riomaggiore, one of five villages comprising ...

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