Church of Saint Augustine Colle di Val d'Elsa (Siena, Tuscany)
Gothic outside, Renaissance inside by Antonio da Sangallo the Elder: the church of Saint Augustine was begun in 1305 and completed in the 16th century, at the heart of the lower town (Colle Bassa).
History
The Augustinian building site opened in 1305; the church grew until the 16th century, when the interior was redesigned in Renaissance forms by Antonio da Sangallo the Elder. The square in front is today one of the places of the Colle Vive regeneration programme.
What to look at
The contrast between the Gothic outer skin and the Renaissance measure of the nave; the square, gateway from the lower town to the hill. Artworks and opening hours: to be checked on site.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the church of Saint Augustine in Colle?
At Piazza Sant'Agostino 10, in the lower town. Coordinates 43.42188, 11.12438.
When was it built?
Begun in 1305, completed in the 16th century.
Who designed the interior?
Antonio da Sangallo the Elder, in Renaissance forms; the exterior remains Gothic.
Is it open?
Opening hours to be checked with the parish or the municipality.
Other places in Colle
Badia a Coneo · Co-cathedral of Saints Albert and Martial · Tower-house of Arnolfo di Cambio · SentierElsa · Upper Elsa River Park · Home · dentrolemura.space
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