Smaller communities consolidate into bigger ones, as people are leaving small farming communities like Chianche, mentioned earlier, to seek better opportunities in larger cities or abroad.” Entire towns are slowly but surely fading out. However, the churches aren’t the only things being left behind. “It’s quite common to find abandoned churches in smaller rural towns and countryside areas. It is much more likely that other social and economic factors fell into place.” At the same time, the idea that a slow but steady progressive decrease in religious fervor might have contributed to a lack of interest in some local churches is probably not the most likely cause for the majority of abandoned churches that are currently scarred throughout Italy. All of a sudden, it was no longer dangerous to express doubt and even question the values of Christianity as a religion or an institution. Ever since the age of illuminism, progressive thinking and more open-ended views on religion became tolerable as public views. “The rise of secularism is often linked with a decline in church attendance throughout Italy. Even large cities like Naples in the Campania region are actually home to many unsuspecting former churches.” In some cases, abandoned churches and religious buildings might not even be known outside of the lore of a specific neighborhood, and as time goes by, knowledge of these places and their past history gets simply lost through time. “From the far north of the country down to the most remote areas of the southern Italian islands, there are remnants of ancient churches, some of which are only known to smaller local communities. In this post, you will find 100 photos of abandoned churches and chapels that I photographed throughout Italy.” “Italy is a perfect example of a country that, despite greatly valuing its history, architecture, culture, and connection with the Church as an institution, still features its share of abandoned churches. Some of them are maintained in pristine shape, highly regarded as national treasures, while others meet a rather different ending, being left in the hands of time and its relentless way of decaying things.” From quaint country chapels to luxurious and majestic cathedrals, the “Old World” is home or has been home to hundreds of churches. There is beauty in things that are forgotten, and taking a closer look can be an incredible way to get to learn more about the world around us, and how things change with time as history unfolds.Īccording to Roman: “Church buildings have been a mainstay feature throughout Europe for centuries. These topics deeply fascinate him, especially because of all the unanswered questions and the mystery they hold. More: Roman Robroek, Instagram h/t: boredpanda Whenever Roman would visit a new destination, he would often find himself looking into abandoned homes, empty buildings, and urban decay. He has a particular fondness for urban photography and has traveled worldwide to explore unique places filled with history, memories, and beauty.
#ROMAN ROBROEK URBAN EXPLORER PROFESSIONAL#
I specialize in uniquely capturing interiors and exteriors of a variety of buildings, working with natural light only.Roman Robroek is a professional photographer from The Netherlands. I immerse in the surroundings, but am also watching my every step and listening closely to every sound trying not to draw any attention.
The opportunity to take a peek behind closed doors is a truly unique experience, both relaxing and enticing at the same time. What was the story behind those buildings? Who used to live there? What purpose did these objects serve and why were they abandoned? This curiosity created a close bond between me and Urban photography and I have since visited so many beautiful locations all over the world. It didn’t take long before curiosity struck me. “When I started my Urban photography journey, I mostly saw empty, abandoned and decayed buildings. Roman is the proud winner of the Art of Building 2016 contest and has won several other contests. In this past three years his work has also been exhibited in galleries and events all over the world. His work has been published in renowned international press. Roman Robroek is a 30-year-old urban-obsessed and award-winning photographer, born and raised in the enchanting South of the Netherlands.
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