Church of Saint John Baptist 'di Sinis'

The Church of Saint John Baptist di Sinis is a 6th-century stone church at San Giovanni di Sinis, near the sea on Sardinia’s west coast. Its simple exterior and quiet setting make it a worthwhile stop for anyone interested in early church architecture. Inside, you step down into the building and can see artistic reproductions and walls marked by age. The church has been partly covered by scaffolding during restoration work, so its appearance may differ from the usual view. Look around the exterior as well as inside.

A stone church from the 6th century

The Church of Saint John Baptist di Sinis stands at San Giovanni di Sinis, close to the sea. It is a simple stone building dating to the 6th century. Its age and architecture are the main reasons to stop here; the modest exterior gives little away about the experience of entering.

Inside the church

The floor descends as you enter, and the interior gives a sense of the building’s early form. Artistic reproductions are kept inside, while green mould has been noted on the walls. Restoration work has also left parts of the church covered by scaffolding and fencing at times, so access and views may be affected.