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Basilica of Saint Nicholas, Bari
Church in Bari, Italy / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Pontifical Basilica of Saint Nicholas (Basilica of Saint Nicholas) is a church in Bari, southern Italy, that holds wide religious significance throughout Europe and the Christian world. The basilica is an important pilgrimage destination both for Roman Catholics and Orthodox Christians.
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Basilica of Saint Nicholas Basilica di San Nicola | |
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Religion | |
Affiliation | Roman Catholic Church |
Province | Archdiocese of Bari-Bitonto |
Ecclesiastical or organizational status | Pontifical minor basilica |
Year consecrated | 1197 |
Status | Active |
Location | |
Location | Bari, Italy |
Geographic coordinates | 41°7′48.94″N 16°52′13.01″E |
Architecture | |
Type | Church |
Style | Romanesque |
Groundbreaking | 1089 |
Completed | 1197 |
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