The Church of Saint Michael stands in Alghero’s historic centre, its colourful polychrome-tiled dome visible from a distance. Added in the 1950s, the dome has become a symbol of the town and is the main reason to stop outside. Inside, look for vaulted ceilings, relief carvings above the aisles, bronze Stations of the Cross and a wooden painting of Saint Michael defeating the devil. A wall-mounted grave bears a Spanish inscription. The church’s calm interior and ecclesiastical architecture reward a short visit.
The tiled dome
The Church of Saint Michael is easy to spot in Alghero’s historic centre by its polychrome-tiled dome. The dome was added in the 1950s and is now one of the town’s symbols. Its colourful pattern draws the eye from outside, while the rest of the exterior is more restrained.
Details inside
Inside, look up at the large vaulted ceilings and relief carvings above the aisles. The bronze Stations of the Cross and a wooden painting of Saint Michael defeating the devil are among the works to seek out. A wall-mounted grave commemorates Captain Ferret; its Spanish inscription is a reminder of Alghero’s Spanish past. Take a moment to read it as you move through the church.
Preguntas frecuentes
Where is the Church of Saint Michael?
It is at Largo S. Francesco, 14, in Alghero, Sardinia.
What should I look for inside the church?
See the vaulted ceilings, aisle relief carvings, bronze Stations of the Cross, wooden painting of Saint Michael and Captain Ferret’s Spanish-inscribed grave.
How long does a visit take?
A brief visit can take only a few minutes, though you may want longer to look at the interior details.
