San Pietro extra moenia is an ancient Roman Catholic church in Spoleto, Umbria, Italy. Remarkable examples of Romanesque sculpture adorn its façade. The term extra moenia refers to its location outside the city walls.
The site was originally a necropolis, but a church dedicated to Saint Peter was founded here in the 5th century to house the chains that were believed to have once bound the saint. The present structure was constructed between the 12th and 13th centuries.
Its richly decorated façade features ornamental figures, animals, and sculpted reliefs. Some scenes depict events from the life of Saint Peter, while others illustrate moral tales, such as a deer battling a snake. San Pietro extra moenia is a remarkable example of Romanesque architecture, with its decorative facade and connection to an ancient relic.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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