Santa Giulia, Lucca

Why go

The façade has more to say than its modest scale suggests. Its layered brickwork records a medieval rebuilding, while the church’s older roots and later interior changes make it a compact example of Lucca’s long religious history. The portal provides a particularly clear transition between the styles.

What to look for

• Blind arcades articulate the brick façade.
• A splayed portal mixes Romanesque and Gothic details.
• The upper façade belongs to a later building phase.

Useful to know

• Inspect the front as part of a walk through central Lucca.
• Check current opening before planning to view the interior.

Your next visit

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