ChurcesIn the heart of Sant’Agnello, just off the main Corso Italia, the Church of San Biagio is a small yet profoundly meaningful chapel built in 1633. Though modest in appearance, it has deep spiritual ties to the local neighborhoods of Iommella Piccola and Grande.
Church of San Biagio in Sant’Agnello: devotion, architecture, and solemn tradition
Originally, the building was dedicated to the Madonna delle Grazie, but was later named after San Biagio, bishop and martyr. Today venerated in Campania as the protector of the throat, on February 3rd of each year, on the occasion of the liturgical feast of the saint, the church welcomes numerous faithful from all over the Sorrento Peninsula.
A small church but full of meaning
The Church of San Biagio is striking for its simplicity and harmony. The neo-Gothic façade, framed by pilasters, is surmounted by a bell tower and a clock installed in 1985, making it recognizable even from afar.
Inside, the space opens onto a single nave with a barrel vault, decorated with elegant geometric baroque-style stucco work. The environment is intimate, silent, perfect for a pause for reflection or a prayer away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
The main altar is made of wood, and houses in the central niche the statue of San Biagio, created in 1865 by Raimondo Salzano: it is a faithful copy of a previous work, which was damaged due to humidity.
Celebrations, restorations and living tradition
In addition to its spiritual value, the Church of San Biagio is also a historical reference: it was seriously damaged during the 1980 Irpinia earthquake, but has been carefully restored, returning to welcome faithful and visitors.
Thanks to its central location, it is easily reachable on foot and often visited by tourists intrigued by its history and the welcoming atmosphere that reigns inside.
Despite its modest size, this church is a living testimony to the popular faith and religious traditions that still represent an essential part of the identity of Sant’Agnello today.