Church of the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary – Felino
The Church of the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary is the main place of worship in Felino, located in Piazza Achille Miodini. Its origins date back to at least 1230, when it was a chapel subordinate to the parish church of Sant'Antonino Martire di Barbiano. In 1564, it became an independent parish and underwent expansions during the 17th century, taking on Renaissance forms while retaining medieval elements.
In 1896, lightning struck the bell tower, which was rebuilt in neo-Romanesque style. More recently, the 2008 earthquake caused structural damage, leading to restoration work in 2013.

Architectural features
Facade: salient, plastered, with a large pediment and three windows (of which the central one has a round arch).
Bell tower: Romanesque structure with a 19th-century bell chamber, three-light windows and an octagonal spire.
Interior: single nave, with a barrel vault with lunettes decorated with frescoes.

Main works of art
The church houses important paintings and sculptures:
"Virgin with Child" (18th century), attributed to a student of Clemente Ruta.
"Presentation at the Temple" (14th century), from the Parma school.
"Saint Jerome" (late 16th century).
Wooden altars from the 17th-18th century, including one in Louis XVI style.

Useful information
Parish of Felino +39 0521 831107
Municipality of Felino +39 0521 335911
Parma tourist office +39 0521 313790
Address: Piazza Achille Miodini, 43035 Felino (PR)

A place of worship and art that tells centuries of history of the Felino community!

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