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 In this church is conserved the preserved body of St Catherine |
Via Tagliapietre 19 Bologna 40123 Italy +39 51 33 1277 |
This church with its fifteenth century facade was taken over by Gian Giacomo Monti at the end of the seventeenth century. Several artists contributed to the adorning of the building, but due to bombings during the wars only fragments remain of the ornate decoration and stucco work, once so attractive. In what was the chapel of St Catherine of Vigri, who established this location as a place of worship, lies the preserved body of St Catherine. Also, in the first chapel on the right hand side, is the tomb of Luigi Galvai and Laura Bassi Veratti, two famous student from the university of Bologna. There are also excellent works by Denijs Calvaert, Franceschini, Quaini, Giuseppe Mazza, Ludovico Carracci among others. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Methodist Church |
Via Giacomo Venezian 1 Bologna 40123 Italy +39 51 23 9227 |
There is a religious service at 11a on Sundays. Sunday school takes place every other Sunday (1-2-5) at 10:45a. The church also has interdenominational bible readings which take place at 8:30p every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Synagogue designed by Antonio and Guido Muggia |
Via Gombruti 9 Bologna 40123 Italy |
This synagogue was built in 1928 by Antonio Muggia in order to enlarge the small oratory which was founded by Angelo Carpi in 1829. In 1943 the building was damaged by bombs, and in 1954 the restauration work was directed by Antonio Muggia's son, Guido. The façade faces onto Via Mario Finzi and displays the star of David. The interior is divided into three naves which are enriched by windows which depict the star of David, the Ten Commandments, etc. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contains the "Madonna dei Poveri" by Tiburzio Passarotti |
Via Nosadella 4 Bologna, Emilia - Romagna 40123 Italy |
The church was first the worshipping place of the 'Company of Santa Maria delle Laudi' and later the 'Company of the Poor' which rebuilt the ancient church during the 17th century. The 19th century façade can be reached through the original 16th century portico and, entering the church, you can see the painting 'Madonna dei Poveri' attributed to Tiburzio Passarotti (1575-1612). There are also important panels on the walls painted by Francesco Gessi, Lucio Massari and Lionello Spada. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A church with a beautiful portico |
Piazza del Baraccano 2 Bologna, Bologna 40124 Italy +39 (0)51 39 2680 |
The story goes that where this magnificent church stands today, sheltered by the ancient city walls, a small shrine had already been erected in 1400. This was to house an image of the Virgin Mary, attributed to Lippo di Dalmasio. The decision to build the church which stands today only came in the sixteenth century. The dome was added at the end of the seventeenth century by the architect A. Barelli. A beautiful five-arched portico adorns the façade, made of an attractive terracotta worked by Alfonso Lombardi. Inside, amidst the baroque decoration, there are two statues of questionable origin: they are perhaps the work of A. Lombardi, or even of Donatello. There are also frescoes by F. del Cossa, L. Massari, P. Fontana and Lippo di Dalmasio. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic round church |
via dell'Osservanza 35/2 Bologna 40136 Italy +39 51 58 1444 |
It really is true what they say: that the most precious things are often hidden. The historic Madonna della Monte church dating from the 12th century stands in the grounds of the Villa Aldini. It is an extraordinary nineteenth century neo-classical villa built for Napoleon. The church is round and was used either as a dining room or a music hall. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Originally designed by Domenico Tibaldi |
Mura di Porta Galliera 4 Bologna 40126 Italy |
Domenico Tibaldi provided the original design for the church of the Madonna del Soccorso but it was partially destroyed in 1944 and had to be rebuilt. The church is named after the Madonna who is always ready to help the faithful. Paintings by Lianori and Passerotti can be seen in the church. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unique sandstone facade |
Via Manzoni 5 Bologna 40121 Italy +39 51 23 0682 |
This little church, located in a side road leading off the via Indipendenza, is truly unique with its sculpted sandstone façade bearing so many signs of its age. Inside there is a single nave and an altar built by Bibbieno, in 1750. The two large angels on each side of the altar, attributed to Giuseppe Mazza, date from the foundation of the church. Nearby stands Filippo Neri's oratory, built by A Torregiani in 1730. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Imposing cathedral built over the site of a Romanesque cathedral |
Via Indipendenza 7 Bologna 40121 Italy +39 51 22 2112 |
This was built over the site of a Romanesque cathedral, destroyed by fire in 1141. The architect Domenico Tibaldi designed the presbytery in 1575 and restored the Romanesque crypt, which can still be visited today. It was redesigned at the beginning of the 17th Century by Ambrosini and Donati, and the 60 m wide vault was also built during this period. This building's special features are contained in the two concentric belltowers - in the 13th Century the oldest Romanesque style belltower was enclosed by a taller belltower. The interior is extraordinarily large and is made up of a nave with adjoining side chapels. There are two red marble holy water containers, decorated with lions, which belonged to the original Romanesque-Gothic basilica. The building includes paintings by Creti, Fontana, Carracci, and Tiarini. In the first chapel on the right there is a Pietà made up of eight terracotta statues by Alfonso Lombardi. The crypt was renovated in 1965 and is decorated with two cedar wood statues dating back to the 13th Century. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Façade decorated with relief sculptures |
Via Val d'Aposa Bologna 40123 Italy |
Walking down the narrow streets in the city centre between Piazza Maggiore and Via Barberia, you will come across this unusual building in Via Val d'Aposa: the Oratorio Santo Spirito. It was built at the end of the 15th century. It is exceedingly small and the façade is completely covered with relief sculptures and terracotta figures. Excavations under the building uncovered the remains of an ancient Roman arch. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church containing Guercino´s tomb |
Via Volto Santo 1 Bologna 40123 Italy +39 51 22 2852 |
The church was built at the beginning of the 17th century, replacing a small church, which belonged to the Canonici Regolari of S.Maria di Reno. The plans were designed by the architect, Ambrogio Mazenta. The Romanesque bell tower is all that remains of the previous building. The new building was built along classical lines. The façade is decorated with statues, which were sculpted by Giovanni Tedeschi, in 1615. The church has a single nave and contains a memorial to Guercino. This can be found on a tablet in the centre of the church floor. The most interesting paintings in the church are Alessandro Tiarini´s 'Coronation of Madonna di Vitale of Bologna' and 'The Holy family'. There is also the 'Madonna with child', by Simone dei Crocifissi. The church is currently undergoing restoration work. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church of the Franciscan choir of Antognano |
Via Jacopo della Lana 2 Bologna, Emilia - Romagna 40137 Italy |
This church was built at the beginning of the 1900's by the architect Carlo Barberi from Modena. A beautiful external aspect in neoclassical style with the internal walls decorated with paintings by Giacomo Gemmi. The Francescan community, who own the holy building, is the group that created the famous choir, the 'Piccolo Coro dell'Antonio' who produced the children's collection 'Lo Zucchino D'Oro.' Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church behind the two towers |
Strada Maggiore 4 Bologna 40125 Italy |
At the Piazza di Porta Raveganana, dominated by the two famous towers, at the beginning of Strada Maggiore, you come across this church. It is erected on the site of the former priory of which now only a sandstone portal, sculpted by Andrea da Formigine, remains. Three naves separate the interior decorated by famous works: Madonna with child by Guido Reni, Visions of San Gaetano by Angelo Michele Colonna, Christ's Nativity by A Burrini and M. Chiarini. The cupola has beautiful frescoes, by Antonio Rolli, dating from the 17th century. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Orthodox Church |
Via Sant'Isaia 35 Bologna 40123 Italy |
The holy relics of St. Anna were given to Cardinal Albergati by the English King in return for the Cardinal´s help in resolving the Hundred years war. The Cardinal founded this church in 1435 and dedicated it to the Saint. Restoration works were begun in 1736 under the supervision of an architect named Pizzoli and the building was given a new Baroque appearance. During the Napoleonic period, the church was deconsecrated and the relics of St.Anna were moved to the Basilica of St.Peter. In 1973, the city council allowed the Orthodox church to take over the church. It has since been suitably adapted for worship and iconastasis. The Orthodox church of San Basilio is run by the Archimandrite Marco Davitti. There are church services held in Greek, Italian, Romanian, Slav and English. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The vault frescoed by Mastellari |
Via Indipendenza 64 Bologna 40121 Italy |
The church of San Benedetto was built in the 12th century, and placed in the care first of the Benedictine monks, then the friars of St. Francis of Paola. The original entrance was in Via Galliera but with the building of Via Indipendenza in 1892, the east-west layout of the church was altered and now the frescoes on the vault by Mastellari (1882) are in the reverse order for the route followed by the modern visitor. The church is also home to the statue of St. Francis of Paola by Piò, the 'Tears of the Virgin' by Tiarini and the 'Deposition from the Cross' by Aretusi. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Franciscans in Bologna |
Piazza Malpighi 9 Bologna 40122 Italy |
In 1236, the Franciscans began building this beautiful Basilica. The façade overlooking Piazza San Francesco has retained its Romanesque-Gothic features with a single spire. The portal is adorned with 18th century features. Inside, the visitor will find the best of Italian-Gothic albeit with a modicum of French influence - it was the first to be built with three naves jutting out from six sections at the top of high octagonal pillars. Among the works of art kept in this holy building, there is an extraordinary altar piece from the late 14th Century by Jacobello and Pier Paolo delle Masegne. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beautiful Church with Romanesque facade |
Piazza Rossini Bologna 40126 Italy +39 51 22 5970 |
This church was built by the Augustine Fathers in 1267. In the 15th century the Bentivoglio chapel was added, and was probably designed by Pago di Lapo Portigiani. The church's façade is monocuspidate, and has a Romanesque portal decorated with carved lions which is crowned by a niche containing a statue of Saint Giacomo. To the sides of the entrance you can see four mortuary niches. There is a beautiful renaissance style portico which runs along the lefthand side of the church. The portico was built in 1477 on the request of Giovanni Bentivoglio. Even Goethe became speechless when he saw this magnificent place of worship . Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church filled with lots of valuable works of art |
Piazza Celestini 2/a Bologna 40123 Italy |
San Giovanni Battista dei Celestini was built for the Celestine monks following the wish of Sir Antonio Galluzzi. Once the monks had settled in, they repeatedly had the building rearranged. They first assigned the building work to the 'Triachino' and then to Tommaso Marelli. In 1770, the task of designing the prospect of the church and monastery was given to Tadolini. The interior is in the shape of a cross with a nave and vaults, and was greatly enhanced during the 17th and 18th centuries with some works of art by important artists of the period. One of the most important paintings is Noli Me Tangere by Lucio Massari (on the first altar on the right). The sculptures around the altar are by Mazza, and the frescoes on the vault are by Burrini. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Holy building founded by the Laterans |
Piazza San Giovanni in Monte 3 Bologna 40124 Italy |
San Giovanni in Monte was rebuilt by the Lateran Canons, around 1286. Legend attributes the buildings origins to Saint Petronio (5th century A.D.), the patron saint of Bologna. However, studies have revealed that it was first built in 1045. The façade has a trefoil pediment and was designed in 1474 by D. Bernardi following Venetian Renaissance models. The interior is in a Gothic style and is divided into three naves, which are supported by octagonal pillars. The windows, which were constructed at the end of the 15th century, following Francesco del Cossa's design, are very beautiful. At the centre of the middle nave, there is a marble column which stands on an upturned Corinthian capital, dating back to the 2nd to 1st century B.C. An engraved Christ figure was added to this and has been attributed to Alfonso Lombardi. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beautiful church on the hills outside Bologna. |
Via della Certosa 18 Bologna, Emilia - Romagna 40133 Italy +39 51 614 2382 |
If you want to get to know something of the area outside the city center then we recommend that you visit this magnificent church out in the countryside. It was built at the same time as the monastery to accommodate the Certosini monks who came to Bologna in around 1333. The building is based on a upside down T-shape with a single extended nave. The whole ecclesiastical complex is actually quite big, consisting of number of rooms, cells and cloisters. The Chapel cloister dates back to the seventeenth century. It has a portico supported by small columns and was called the Chapel cloister because it used to be surrounded by the monks cloister cells. There is another beautiful cloister which can be found along the right hand side of the church. It is called the Chapel of the Madonna. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church built over the ancient Ghisilieri houses |
Via Monte Grappa 15 Bologna, Emilia - Romagna 40121 Italy |
This church was designed by Andrea da Valle and building began on it at the beginning of 1532. The church was damaged by an earthquake, and the facade and the vault were rebuilt by Angelo Venturoli. The façade is very linear and sobre. The coat of arms above the portal belongs to the Ghisilieri family who owned the houses where the church was built. This church's most unusual feature is to be seen in its belltower which was built in the 16th century from the 13th century tower from the houses of the aforementioned family. The nave in the church contains many valuable works of art by Carracci, as well as the funeral monument of the anatomist, Marcello Malpighi. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church containing some magnificent works of art |
Via Oberdan 25 Bologna 40024 Italy +39 51 23 4671 |
This 13th century church has a façade which was redesigned by Giuseppe Modenesi in 1879. The church's interior is Gothic in style and has three naves with ogival arches and vaults in the form of a cross. The works of art include frescoes by Lippo di Dalmasio, Amico Aspertini, Guercino, Bigari, S. Girolamo by Ludovico Carracci, San Carlo e Santi by Tiariani and Vergine in trono col Bambino by Francesco Francia. The chapel which is located at the far end of the right hand nave is very attractive, and is in a Baroque style which was restructured by Torreggiani in 1753. The first chapel on the left hand nave contains the remains of a fresco entitled Adorazione dei Magi which was painted by Paolo Uccello in 1437. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beautiful church on the Belvedere hill |
Piazzale San Michele in Bosco 3 Bologna 40136 Italy +39 51 636 6328 |
There are references to this magnificent church on the Belvedere, which date back to 1114. It is certain, however, that the church was entrusted to the Benedettini Olivetani order in 1364. Although the building underwent some substantial alterations, it was not until 1517 that it was radially reconstructed by Biagio Rossetti. The Church has a striking red facade, which is built with terracotta. The church´s design has all the linearity of classical styles. The doors were completed by Andrea Formigine, in around 1525. The bell tower was also completed in around 1500 and has been restored on various occasions in the time since. There are various wonderful works of art by famous artists inside the church as well as the tomb of Francesoco Rizzoli from 1880. He was the founder of the famous Rizzoli Orthopedic Institute (also on the Belvedere). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church decorated with beautiful frescoes |
Via Carbonesi 18 Bologna 40123 Italy +39 51 33 1490 |
Designed by Father Barnabita Ambrogio Mazenta from Milan, it was finished at the beginning of the 1600's. Small insets in the façade contain four statues. The first was sculpted by Ecole Fiche who designed the church's interior. The others below were designed by G C Conventi and D Mirandola. Inside, with a single nave is the magnificent vault, embellished with lovely frescoes by A Rollo and A Guidi. Angelo Michele Colonna, il Guercin, Ludovico Carracci, il Mastelletta, Lippo di Dalmasio ar some of the other artists involved in the decoration of this holy religious place. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The magnificent Basilica of Bologna's patron saint |
Piazza Maggiore Bologna 40124 Italy +39 51 22 5442 |
In Bologna's very famous medieval Piazza Maggiore, we find the majestic Basilica di San Petronio, which is unique in the world, because its façade has been left unfinished. It was designed by the architect Antonio di Vincenzo. It was unanimously decided by all parties involved that construction work would begin, with the first stone being laid, in 1390. The holy building was entrusted with Bologna's religious and civil powers, and was dedicated to Saint Petronio, the city's patron. The building works were finished in 1659, but the front of the church remained incomplete, as it still does today. On the marble base of the facade, the beautiful main portal, or Porta Magna, sculptured by Jacopo della Quercia was interrupted by the artist's death whilst the smaller doors were sculptured by other sculptors including Alfonso Lombardi, Amico Aspertini, Givanni di da Modena, and il Parmigianino. Inside the Basilica, with its Italian Gothic influences, are large and surprisingly well-lit, with red hues and tall, rarefied pillars. A number of important historical events have taken place in the Basilica: Pope Clement VII crowned the emperor Carlo V here in 1530 and several sessions of the Council of Trent were held here. In the 22 side chapels, closed off by some beautiful wrought iron, brass and marble barriers, a huge artistic heritage consisting of paintings and sculptures, has been conserved. Also of great importance is the Meridian line that has been traced on the ground by the astronomer Gian Domenico Cassini in 1655. At the end of the left hand nave is the small but delightful San Petronio museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church with 11th century Gothic facade |
Via d'Azeglio 52 Bologna, Emilia - Romagna 40017 Italy +39 51 33 1223 |
San Procolo dates back to the 11th century and was one of the first seats of the Benedictines. It was built over the tomb of San Procolo and became a meeting place for student associations. The façade is Gothic, and is enhanced by a beautiful portal which used to contain a fresco by Lippo Dalmasio in the lunette above it. This fresco is now inside the church, in the fourth chapel on the left. There are two memorial stones on the left hand side of the façade. The epigraph on the smaller of the stones cites a Latin tongue-twister which describes a curious little anecdote, while the other is dedicated to two Doctors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small church rebuilt by C.F. Dotti. |
Via San Sigismondo 7 Bologna, Emilia - Romagna 40126 Italy +39 51 22 9685 |
This small, delightful church is thought to have been built before 1200. It was restored by the Malvezzi family in 1450 and in 1725 they instructed the architect C.F.Dotti to completely reconstruct this sanctuary. The bell tower was designed by Angelo Venturoli and was built in 1795. The exterior of the church is very sober and is built in a classical style. Inside, there is a single nave with four side altars decorated with works by Crespi and D.Pedrini. The vaulted ceiling is frescoed with sublime images by Michele Mastellari and Napoleone Angiolini. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church where martyrdom of Saint Vitale and Saint Agricola took place |
Via San Vitale 50 Bologna 40125 Italy |
It seems that this small but beautiful church of Romanesque origins was built over the remains of a Roman amphitheatre where the martyrdom of Saint Vitale and Saint Agricola took place in the 4th century. The church has a 13th century belltower. It was rebuilt at the beggining of the 19th century. Inside the church there are works of art by Formigine F. Fancia, Angelo Piò, and Tiariani. It is possible to visit the ancient protomartyrs crypt which dates back to the 11th century. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sanctuary built in honour of the Madonna |
Via San Luca 36 Bologna, Bologna 40019 Italy +39 (0)51 647 2113 (Tourist Information) |
Erected in the Baroque style by Carlo Francesco Dotti in 1741, the long portico leading to the majestic Santuario is made up of 666 arches which run for 3,500 m from Porta Saragozza to the sanctuary on Colle della Guardia. Built in honour of an image of the Madonna, the edifice is beautiful, both for its architecture and its exclusive view. Each May the citizens of Bologna carry the figure of the Madonna around the city in procession. People travel from all over the world to take part; it is said that doing so is of great spiritual benefit. Admission: Free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A synthesis of medieval Bolognese painting |
Via dell'Osservanza Bologna 40136 Italy |
The church della Mezzaratta stands halfway up the road that leads to the Colle dell'Osservanza. It was built and dedicated to Sant'Apollonia in the 12th century. The cycles of frescoes originally painted in the church by Vitale da Bologna, Jacopo di Paolo, Simone de' Crocifissi, Jacopo Avanzi and Jacopo da Bologna form a superb synthesis of medieval Bolognese painting. They are now kept in a single room in the National Art Gallery that was built to reproduce the architecture of the church. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A treasure trove of renaissance art. |
Via Zamboni 15 Bologna 40126 Italy |
The beautiful portico of San Giacomo Maggiore can be found on a stretch of Via Zamboni between Piazza Rossini and Piazza Verdi. You can enter the magnificent Santa Cecilia oratory which has been dubbed the "Sistine Chapel" of Bologna. The small Santa Cecilia church dates back to the thirteenth century and it was taken over by the Agostinian Order in 1323. In 1505, Giovanni II Bentivoglio, a wealthy man from Bologna, instructed all the major producers of renaissance art to help with the decoration of this small sanctuary. After some lengthy restoration, this historical treasure trove has finally been opened to the public, giving you the chance to see this valuable dedication to Santa Cecilia. The ten frescoes were painted by the Bolognese Art school between the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries with work by artists like Lorenzo Costa, Francesco Francia, Amico Aspertini and Cesare Tamaroccio. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church with attractive portico |
Via San Mammolo 31/2 Bologna 40136 Italy +39 51 49 2202 |
This Church and Monastery complex dates back to 1488 and was built by the Franciscans. The beautiful portico is what makes the building really unique. The portico has nineteen arches which were decorated with frescoes in 1619. The interior is in a late Gothic style and has three naves. The belltower, which rises well above the building, was built by Battista della Casa in 1687. The building was completely violated when it became a barracks in 1879. It only regained its 15th century splendour after 1945. The adjacent monastery is still in military hands. On the wall of the lefthand nave there is a magnificent fresco by Biagio Pupini dating back to 1523. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beautiful Romanic church |
Via Galliera 10 Bologna 40121 Italy |
This is a Romanic church dating back to 1187 and renovated in 1665 by Paolo Canali. The facade is adorned with a statue of St.Peter, by Agostino Corsino, and one of St.Paul, by Peter von Verschaffelt. In 1712, il Dotti enlarged the S.S. Sacramento chapel and Giovanni Zacchi, il Nosadella, Prospero Fontana and il Samacchini are behind some of the works that decorate the inside of the building. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church dating back to 1346 |
Strada Maggiore 43 Bologna 40125 Italy +39 51 22 6807 |
Building work on Santa Maria dei Servi was begun in 1346 by the Servi di Maria (Servants of Mary). The church was enlarged in 1381 following the design of A. da Faenza and building only finished in 1545. The last restoration work took place in 1910. The exterior of the church is in a late Gothic style and is adorned by a beautiful four-sided portico which extends from the façade to beyond the left hand side of the church. The interior has three naves and is also late Gothic in style. The chapels are enriched with lots of Baroque elements. Some of the works of art include a Maestà by Cimabue, and works by Lippo di Dalmasio, Alessandro Tiarini, Ubaldo Gandolfi, A Piò and others. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church containing the first known work of Carracci |
Via San Felice 64 Bologna, Emilia - Romagna 40122 Italy |
This church was rebuilt in 1583 by P. Fiorini and was redesigned by Bergonzoni in 1680. The interior is made up of just one nave and has four side chapels as well as those at the end of the church. This church contains the Crucifixion, the first known work by the twenty-two year old Annibale Carracci. Other artists whose work can be seen in this church include Marcantonio Franceschini and Galanino. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fifteenth century church under the Augustan Order. |
Piazza di Porta Castiglione 4 Bologna 40136 Italy |
The church was given to the Benedictine Olivetani Order in 1431. It was later altered and enlarged by the Agostinian Order. The façade is in both late Gothic and renaissance styles. Two of the windows were designed by Francesco Francia and there are rare works of art on display by Gaetano Gandolfi, Matteo Cossich, Giuseppe Maria Crespi and Vincenzo Spisanelli. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seventeenth century church with extraordinary works of art. |
Via San Vitale 112 Bologna, Emilia - Romagna 40125 Italy |
This seventeenth century church was built with donations from the city´s guilds and administrative bodies. It has a single nave with side altars which are decorated with valuable masterpieces. There is the Flight to Egypt by Andrea Donducci known as the "Mastellatta", the 'Crucifix' by Bartolomeo Cesi, the 'Miracle of the bread loaves' by Lavinia Fontana, the 'Death of San Francesco' by Ercole Graziani and 'St.Orsola with his disciples' by Bartolomeo Passerotti. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church containing a sculptural group by Niccolò dell'Arca |
Via Clavature 10 Bologna, Emilia - Romagna 40124 Italy +39 51 23 6245 |
This church was rebuilt at the end of the 18th century by Bergonzoni. The church has a large dome which was built by Tubertini in 1787. This dome can be seen rising above the red roofs of Bologna's houses. It was built by the "Compagnia dei Battuti" to house the needy and sick. The Baroque interior is very sober. There is a beautiful sculptural group called Christ and the Imploring Marys in the chapel to the right of the altar. The group is made up of seven life size terracotta statues by Niccolò dell'Arca, and dates back to the 15th century. In the oratory which is annexed to the building and which was designed by Floriano Ambrosini, you can see another fourteen terracotta statues by Alfonso Lombardi (1522). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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5th largest church in the world |
Piazza Santo Stefano Bologna 40125 Italy |
The most well-known and legendary place of worship in the city comprises several holy buildings, built and renovated at various times. The complex consists of: The Chiesa del Crocifisso, the Chiesa del San Sepolcro, the Chiesa dei Santi Vitale and Agricola, the Chiesa della Trinita, the Benedictine Cloisters, the Chiesetta della Madonna del Loreto (protector of avaiators), the Chapel of Santa Giuliana and the Chapel of the Cross. The Romanesque cloister, with its loggia columns topped with anthropomorphic and zoomorphic capitals, is the ideal place to reflect on the beautiful mystique of this legendary place. Admission: Free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church with large dome |
Via Matteotti 27 Bologna 40064 Italy |
This building dates back to the beginning of the 20th century and was designed by Edoardo Collamarini for Cardinal Svampa who handed it over to the adjacent Salesian college. The church was consacrated by Cardinal Giacomo della Chiesa in 1912. The majestic dome, which is 60 metres high, has collapsed twice and was definitively rebuilt in 1929. The church contains paintings by Alessandro Franchi, Augusto Majani, and Renato Pasqui. The body of the founder of the church, Domenico Svampa, is buried in the crypt. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Ambra Galassi |