Chapel of the Square (Siena)

Italy / Toscana / Siena / Piazza del Campo

The Chapel of the Square was built from 1352-76 as the fulfillment of a vow made during the plague of 1348; the upper section was added in the 15th century. On the lower level pillars have niches bearing statues of the twelve Apostles; and a fresco, now damaged, is above the altar in the rear.
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Coordinates:   43°19'5"N   11°19'55"E
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