url
	https://vast-lab.org/4ch/kb/s/4ch-kb/item/167
o:resource_class
	hdt:HC1_Heritage_Entity
crm:P1_is_identified_by
	https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q732511
	https://viaf.org/viaf/146841425/
	https://worldcat.org/identities/lccn-nb2008022829/
crm:P2_has_type
	https://vast-lab.org/4ch/kb/s/4ch-kb/item?resource_class_id=367 Heritage Entity
	https://vast-lab.org/4ch/kb/s/4ch-kb/item?property[0][joiner]=and&property[0][property]=456&property[0][type]=eq&property[0][text]=Church Church
	https://vast-lab.org/4ch/kb/s/4ch-kb/item?property[0][joiner]=and&property[0][property]=456&property[0][type]=eq&property[0][text]=Baptistery Baptistery
crm:P3_has_note
	The Baptistry of St. John, located in the heart of Florence, Italy, is a magnificent architectural gem that stands as one of the city's most iconic landmarks. This octagonal structure, known as the Battistero di San Giovanni in Italian, boasts a rich history dating back to the early Christian era. Constructed between the 11th and 12th centuries, the Baptistry is renowned for its stunning Romanesque design. The exterior is adorned with white and green marble, showcasing intricate patterns and reliefs that tell biblical stories, including scenes from the life of St. John the Baptist. The Baptistry's crowning glory is its gilded bronze doors, particularly the famous "Gates of Paradise" designed by Lorenzo Ghiberti, which are adorned with exquisite biblical scenes and represent a masterpiece of Renaissance art.

Inside the Baptistry, visitors are captivated by its vast, cavernous space and the awe-inspiring mosaic dome that dominates the interior. The ceiling is adorned with breathtaking mosaics that narrate scenes from the Last Judgment and the life of St. John the Baptist. The serene ambiance within the Baptistry, filled with the soft hues of the mosaics and the echo of harmonious acoustics, creates a truly spiritual and transcendent experience. The Baptistry of St. John remains a significant religious and historical site in Florence, attracting tourists and art enthusiasts from around the world who come to admire its architectural grandeur and immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage of this remarkable city.
crm:P53_has_former_or_current_location
	http://www.geonames.org/3176959 Florence, Italy (Geonames)
crm:P102_has_title
	Baptistery of Saint John in Florence
hdt:HP26_has_period
	 11th Century
	 12th Century

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