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As a minor basilica, Saint Petronius Church (or Basilica di San Petronio) has stood as a centerpiece and majestic symbol in Bologna. Its construction began in 1390 but was not consecrated by the Catholic diocese until 1954. It was named after the eighth bishop of Bologna in the 5th Century, Sint Petronius. Today, the relics of the saint are sealed in the church, but the façade of the basilica remains mostly incomplete. Today’s visitors can visit the massive church and check out the alter and side chapels, the beautiful (and controversial) artwork and frescoes, and the Meridian Line established inside the church.
Piazza Galvani, 5, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy, Phone: 39-051-23-14-15
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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