Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Bastia Church, Bastia, France

The Church of Saint John the Baptist (1636) is one of the most emblematic monuments of the city of Bastia. Overlooking the Old Port, it was built from 1583 but experienced many additional worksjobs through the ages. It features a high classical façade, largely hidden by neighbouring buildings and a baroque interior from the 18th century.

Religious sites in France

Address

Impasse Saint-Jean 4, Bastia, France

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Details

Founded: 1636
Category: Religious sites in France

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

Interesting Sites Nearby

Bastia Citadel (0,4 km)
Bastia Cathedral (0,5 km)

Corte Citadel (50 km)
Cervione Cathedral (40,8 km)
San Giovanni Battista (50,5 km)

User Reviews

TeodorA TriandafilM (6 months ago)
Nice

ernest bonacoscia (12 months ago)
Magic ?

Renée T (3 years ago)
Beautiful and ancient. Very quiet and peaceful.

Martin Henriksen Dahl (4 years ago)
The iconic church of bastia, really worth a visit. However its quite dark, so some details might be a little hidden.

Kevin Garvey (6 years ago)
Too small, and very dark. My friend Dave said candles were 1 euro per candle!

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