Situated on the town square, the Church of Santa Cristina è a place of worship of great importance in Rocchette di Fazio, once under the rule of Count Fazio Cacciaconti. Since the beginning of the 19th century, this church has taken on the role of parish church, replacing the previous Pieve di S. Cristina due to its difficult access.
The architecture of the church è of Romanesque appearance, distinguished by a simple but charming image both outside and inside. The main features of the interior are an arch that supports the roof trusses and a second arch that closes the hall, opening to the semi-circular apse.
The church’s interior is a Romanesque church.
The interior of St. Christina’s Church is embellished with frescoes depicting the Madonna enthroned among saints, which add a touch of majesty and spirituality to the environment.
The Church of St. Christina è is also shrouded in an aura of mystery related to the Templars. According to legend, in fact, it was part of the Templar Order, and their patent cross è still visible on the lintel of the entrance portal. In addition, it is said that a knight was buried in the vicinity of the church along with his horse.
