Basilica di Santo Stefano Maggiore
Basilica di Santo Stefano Maggiore is a church in Milan, Italy. It was established in the 5th century. Originally dedicated to both Saint Zechariah and Saint Stephen, it was later dedicated to Saint Stephen only. Throughout its history, has undergone several reconstructions, expansion and restoration.
| Basilica di Santo Stefano Maggiore (Basilica di Santo Stefano Maggiore) | |
|---|---|
Façade of the basilica | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Province | Milan |
| Status | Active |
| Location | |
| Location | Milan, Italy |
| Geographic coordinates | 45°27′44″N 9°11′40″E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Church |
| Style | Baroque |
| Groundbreaking | 417 |
| Completed | 18c |
It is also called St. Stephen in Brolo (the historical name of the area) or St. Stephen's Gate (in reference to the postern of Santo Stefano, now no longer exists).
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