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Spaccanapoli to Capodimonte : Churches

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1. Gesù Nuovo

The wall of this church dates back to a 15th-century fortified palace. Inside are works of art from the 16th to 19th centuries.
2. San Domenico Maggiore

Highlights at this 13th-century church include frescoes by Pietro Cavallini.
3. Sant’Angelo a Nilo

This 14th-century church houses the Assumption of the Virgin by Donatello.
4. San Gregorio Armeno

This church is best known for the cult of St Patricia, whose blood “liquefies” each Tuesday.
5. San Lorenzo Maggiore

After World War II bombs reduced much of this church to rubble, it was rebuilt to its 13th-century style, save the Baroque façade.
6. San Paolo Maggiore

The 8th-century church still retains two Corinthian columns and has an annexed sanctuary.
7. Santa Maria delle Anime del Purgatorio ad Arco

The railings here are adorned with bronze skulls, evoking the tradition of care for the dead.
8. San Pietro a Maiella

Built in the 1300s, San Pietro underwent a Baroque makeover in the 1600s then was returned to Gothic style in the 1900s.
9. Santa Maria di Donnaregina Vecchia

This 13th-century church contains Cavallini frescoes.
10. Santa Maria del Carmine

Home to the Madonna Bruna icon, the focus of a Naples cult.