The church's two holy water basins are supported by figures of hunchbacks, known as 'i gobbi,' carved by Gabriele Caliari and Paolo Veronese's father.
Pisanello’s fresco 'Saint George and the Princess' was partially obscured by architectural additions for centuries and was only fully revealed after 19th-century restoration.
The church was built specifically to serve as a preaching hall for the Dominican Order, which influenced its wide, open interior design.
Despite being named Sant'Anastasia, the church is dedicated to Saint Peter Martyr.
The floor is composed of a distinctive three-colored marble pattern, utilizing local Veronese stones.
Sant'Anastasia is the largest church in Verona, constructed by the Dominican Order between 1280 and 1400. It serves as a preeminent example of Italian Gothic architecture, characterized by its wide nave and distinctive ribbed vaulting. The interior houses Pisanello's celebrated fresco, Saint George and the Princess, a masterpiece of the International Gothic style. Visitors can see the two famous hunchback holy water stoups, carved from marble in the 16th century. The church features a facade that remained unfinished, exposing the brickwork and contrasting with the highly decorated interior. It serves as a repository for numerous 14th- and 15th-century frescoes and altarpieces, including works by Liberale da Verona and Girolamo dai Libri. The complex contains the remains of significant historical figures, including members of the Scaliger family.
From the center of the nave looking toward the apse to capture the vast, ribbed vaulting and the colorful floor patterns.
Look closely at the columns to spot the various coats of arms belonging to the noble families who funded the construction of the individual chapels.
Carry a few small coins to activate the light switches in the side chapels to fully appreciate the details of the faded frescoes.
Walk the entire length of the building to notice the transition from the simple 13th-century foundation to the more ornate later additions.
Do not attempt to enter during active religious mass, as photography and tourism are restricted to maintain the sanctity of worship.
May be closed to tourists during religious functions and liturgical holidays.
Modest dress is required: shoulders and knees must be covered. Silence is strictly observed during services.
