Basilica di San Petronio Bologna, Italy

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View of rooftops and medieval buildings, including the apse and tower of San Petronio Basilica, Azzoguidi Tower (Torre Azzoguidi or Torre Altabella), and Prendiparte Tower (Torre Prendiparte or Torre Coronata), from the terrace of Hotel Touring, Bologna, Italy. Holly Hayes all photos →

Begun in 1389 and never finished, San Petronio is the pride of Bologna and one of the largest churches in the world. It overlooks Piazza Maggiore in the heart of the city and contains many notable Bolognese artworks.

Location map of the Basilica di San Petronio, Bologna, Italy. Click to enlarge.
Aerial view of the Basilica di San Petronio, Bologna, Italy. Click to enlarge.

Quick Facts

Address
5 Piazza Galvani, Bologna, Italy 40124
Coordinates
44.4929435° N, 11.3431292° E map · aerial
Date(s)
1390-c.1650
Website
www.basilicadisanpetronio.org

Article Info

Page Title
Basilica di San Petronio
Added By
Holly Hayes
Date Published
February 22, 2022
Last Updated
April 15, 2024
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