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Religious architecture
Outstanding renaissance temple having ancient origin: the empress Angilberga (wife of Ludwig the Pious) founded it in 874, together with an adjacent Benedictine nunnery. The…Discover more
Religious architecture
16th century church with neoclassical granite façade, made by Camillo Morigi (1785-93). The interior, huge and armonious, has 5 naves (only example in town), divided…Discover more
Religious architecture
Ancient early-Christian basilica, built between 350 and 375 by San Vittore, first bishop of Piacenza. Nearly destroyed during barbaric invasions, it was built again in…Discover more
Monuments, Squares and Palaces
The installing of the sculpture of Sant’Antonino (the patron saint of Piacenza) happened in 2002. The sculpture was designed by the artist Sergio Brizzolesi from…Discover more
Religious architecture
The church has ancient origins: foundations were laid in 1172 when the construction began next to the hospital founded by the hospital fathers. In 1361…Discover more
Religious architecture
The original building dates back to before the year 1000, but only after 1100, thanks to the bishop Aldo, the temple acquired its final structure…Discover more