Was this simple oratory once a humble tavern? The Oratorio del Crocifisso del Lume al Pratello has seen quite a transformation. It all began with the Nasi family. They owned the grand Villa del Pratello nearby and decided to convert a cherished local tavern into this very oratory. The Oratorio del Crocifisso del Lume al Pratello became more than just a place of worship. Later, the Capponi family took ownership and embraced the Baroque style. They enhanced the oratory with architectural flourishes and even added that distinctive dome you see. Now, let me share a secret about the Oratorio del Crocifisso del Lume al Pratello. Imagine the scene: the 3rd of May, the Feast of the Holy Cross. A procession winds its way from the Parish of San Pietro, carrying sacred relics and the famed first fruits of Pian di Ripoli. Their destination? This very oratory. Inside the Oratorio del Crocifisso del Lume al Pratello, the fresco of the Crucifixion, usually hidden from view, would be unveiled. It was a powerful moment of faith and celebration.
Santa Lucia alla Castellina
“A sanctuary of art and faith””. You might say that about many places, but here at Santa Lucia alla Castellina,