Piazza del Gesù Nuovo

Piazza del Gesù Nuovo is a notable square in Naples, Italy, characterized by significant historical and architectural landmarks. It is overlooked by the Palazzo Pignatelli and features the Guglia dell’Immacolata, an 18th-century obelisk, at its center. The square is dominated by the church of Gesù Nuovo, known for its unique gem-cut facade that conceals a rich Baroque interior. Opposite, the medieval complex of Santa Chiara, originally built for the Franciscan order in the 14th century, stands with its church, which has been restored to its original Gothic form after wartime damage. This area is part of the historic center of Naples, which retains much of its ancient Greek and Roman layout.12