How did this unassuming church survive centuries of floods and wars? This, my friends, is the Chiesa di San Martino a Brozzi. It stands before us as a testament to the enduring spirit of Brozzi. Imagine, a structure mentioned as far back as 1046. The Chiesa di San Martino a Brozzi has seen it all. It witnessed the rise and fall of powerful families like the Cattani, the Filitieri, and the Pilli, who once held patronage over this sacred place. What you see before you is the result of a fascinating blend of architectural styles. The Chiesa di San Martino a Brozzi has undergone many transformations, especially between 1880 and 1894. And who can forget the devastating flood of 1966? The floodwaters may have receded but they left their mark. During the restoration, a hidden treasure was unearthed – the old cloister, now open, beckoning you to step inside. Inside the Chiesa di San Martino a Brozzi, you’ll find a baptistery pieced together from marble slabs. These slabs are from the original 12th-century baptistery. Look closely, for you’ll also discover two 15th-century panels, painstakingly restored to their former glory. And there, a masterpiece by Lorenzo Lippi himself. His “Saint Mary Magdalene and Saint Pius V in adoration of the Eucharist” from around 1640, a glimpse into the artistic soul of the past. The Chiesa di San Martino a Brozzi is a survivor, a storyteller. It whispers tales of faith, resilience, and the enduring power of the human spirit.
Santa Lucia alla Castellina
“A sanctuary of art and faith””. You might say that about many places, but here at Santa Lucia alla Castellina,