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Church of St Leucius: the stone sentinel between two valleys
Standing tall at the highest point of the city, approximately 700 metres above sea level, the Church of San Leucio is a stone sentinel that has watched over the valleys of the Sacco and the Liri for centuries. Its position is protected by an imposing ring of megalithic walls, whose irregular, unworked blocks tell an even older story, whose roots reach back to pre-Roman times.
A timeless charm
The building, presenting an evocative Romanesque style, features a simple and austere façade in bare stone. Inside, the single nave with its wooden trussed ceiling creates an intimate and contemplative atmosphere. A stone tablet attests to its consecration in 1079, but its construction features suggest a far more remote origin, perhaps dating back as far as the 4th century.
Details that tell a story
Despite its essential simplicity, the church preserves details that bear witness to its evolution over time. In the apse, a crucifix painted in 1603 stands out, while the two side chapels, added in later periods, are dedicated to the Madonna Addolorata (Our Lady of Sorrows) and to St Mary Salome, enriching the spiritual journey through this architectural jewel.
