Chiesa di San Pietro

Chiesa di San Pietro

Chiesa di San Pietro

Perched on the clifftop of Corniglia in the Cinque Terre, the 14th-century Chiesa di San Pietro stands as a testament to the region’s rich history. Its stark facade, adorned with an elegant lunette and rose window crafted from white Carrara marble, greets visitors. Inside, the baroque interiors house a 12th-century baptismal font, an ornate altar, and a 17th-century polyptych by local artist Prospero Luxardi. Today, visitors can explore these artistic treasures and appreciate the church’s serene setting.

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