Churches / Otranto (LE)
Church of the Madonna dell'Altomare
The church of the Madonna dell'Altomare, built in the 17th century, was rebuilt in 1744 as the inscription on the façade recalls. Perched on a tuff spur that descends directly into the sea, was dedicated to the Holy Spirit. The interior has a single nave and features the altar dedicated to the Virgin. All decorations recall the maritime tradition: the mosaic floor is decorated in the center with a star, surrounded by knots. All the furnishings, including lighting, recall the themes of the sea: from the seahorse to the dolphin, from the anchor to the shell.