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11.28.2012

The Bollywood Church {Rome}



This is one of my favorite churches in Rome. 

All unrestrained Baroque excess. Rich and lush and over the top. Kind of like a Bollywood film.








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Chiesa di Santa Maria della Vittoria 
Via XX Settembre 17 
Tel.06.427.40.571

Insider tip. The best time to visit is on a sunny winter afternoon when the light streams in. 
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2 comments :

  1. Ann MahNovember 28, 2012 at 8:20 PM

    I love Gothic buttresses but, you know, there is something uniquely satisfying about unapologetic gilt-covered excess :)

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  2. Judith WorksNovember 28, 2012 at 9:52 PM

    Ah yes - St. Teresa. I always wonder what Bernini was trying to depict. Religion never comes to my mind.

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