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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
Religious architecture
The Church of St. Brigida(Bridget), dedicated to the Irish saint, was already in existence in the 9th century. At that time Bishop Donatus of Fiesole,…Discover more
Religious architecture
Entering the church,S. Caterina chapel, dating back to 1455, is on the right. It’s made of two square rooms, separated by a transverse ogive arch….Discover more
Religious architecture
Built on a previous medieval building, it dates back to the beginning of the 17th century. A crucifix which is thought to be miracolous is…Discover more
Curiosities
Franca from Vitalta, who later became saint, was born in 1175 in Vitalta (Vernasca). Franca, the daughter of the count and the countness of Vitalta,…Discover more
Museums and Galleries
Santa Margherita complex in Piacenza is an uncommon example of restoration and preservation of stratified relics from the two-thousand year old past of the city…Discover more