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Church of Sant’Agostino

church, San Gimignano, Italy
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The Church of Sant'Agostino is located in San Gimignano, Italy, a well-preserved medieval town known for its Gothic architecture and towers. This church, built between 1280 and 1298, is a notable monument within the town. Inside, it features frescoes by Benozzo Gozzoli that depict scenes from the life of St. Augustine. San Gimignano itself was an independent republic in the Middle Ages and is now a UNESCO World Heritage site, recognized for its historic town center and wines.1

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