Church of San Alenixedda
Via Parigi, 10, 09131 Cagliari, Italy
Description:
The church of San Alenixedda, built in the early XIV century, is a small architectural gem among the Roman ruins in Cagliari. The name Alenixedda is a diminutive of Aleni (Helena). The church is dedicated to Empress Helena of Sardinia, and the affectionate name comes from the need to distinguish the small church from other places of worship.
The church building consists of one nave and is distinguished by the simplicity of the lines. Elegant facade trapezoidal shape is made in the Gothic style. It is divided by four pilasters into three main portals. Above the main entrance there are two small arched protrusions. The central part of the facade is crowned with a high through arch with a cross, on which the bell tower rises. The protruding cornice in the shape of a triangle is decorated with cloves. The interior space of the building seems smaller than it really is, due to the small number of windows.
The church of San Alenixedda has been restored in the modern era and is open to visitors.