Il Duomo
Biella
The Cathedral of Biella, in Piedmont, is a charming XV century building, which houses in its interior beautiful works of art dating from the XV and XVI century.A visit to this holy place is recommended.
Chiesa di San Sebastiano
Biella
The Church of San Sebastian, in Biella, Piemonte, erected in the sixteenth century, strikes with its elegant grandeur.Inside you'll find beautiful works of art and a charming decoration in Renaissance style
Museo Civico
Biella
The Museum of Biella, in Piedmont,houses a charming collection of ceramics and blown glass from Murano (Venice), as well as beautiful frescoes from the ninth century,and archaeological findings of great interest.
Piazzo
Biella
The beautiful historic town of Biella, founded in 1160, has managed to retain its medieval characteristics. The palaces, houses,the squares and the alleys make you step backward in time. Do not miss!
Porta Torrazza
Biella
The Porta della Torrazza was built in 1780 to replace another medieval door. Also known as the Gate of Oropa, it was created as a tribute to the Sanctuary of Oropa. In the center of the arch there is a coat of arms that was chiseled during the French Revolution.
Battistero
Biella
The Baptistery of Biella is located in the homonymous municipality and was built in memory of St. John the Baptist. The religious building was built in Romanesque style in the 9th century AD. Inside the Baptistery there are important frescoes and paintings from 1318.
Museo del Territorio Biellese
Biella
The Museum of the Biella Territory was inaugurated in 2001 in the cloister next to the Basilica of San Sebastiano. It contains testimonies of the Biella territory of Viverone and Lake Vecchia, and some significant fossils found in the territory of prehistoric times. The Museum is also equipped with a didactic section that, through laboratory experiments, allows you to enter into close contract with archaeological discoveries.
Ricetto di Candelo
Candelo
(5 Km)
The Ricetto di Candelo is a fortification built in the late Middle Ages by the inhabitants of this locality. Ownership of the nobles Vialardi di Villanova, then redeemed by the Candelesi, the ricetto had the function of protecting the inhabitants and also their cultivations. The ricetto had a pentagonal plant structure and extended over an area of 13,000 square meters. Today, passing through those environments you can immerse yourself in the ancient peasant environment. Since 2002, the recipe has been part of the Club of the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy certified by ANCI.
Castello del Torrione
Sandigliano
(5 Km)
The building is located in a flat area and was built in 1147. The initial name was “Villa”. This ancient building had the function of a fortress to control and defend the possessions of the Vialardi family. Today the Castle is still preserved in excellent condition.
Castello della Rocchetta
Sandigliano
(5 Km)
It is located in the province of Biella and was built around the 14th century. Initially its function was the purely defensive function of the City Ricetto, used to keep agricultural supplies and livestock. The other part of the castle instead, the northeastern one, was used as the home of the Lords of Sandigliano. Today the Castle opens its doors to the public as an accommodation facility with 16 accommodations.
Castello di Verrone
Verrone
(8 Km)
The Castle of Verrone dates back between the 11th and 12th centuries and was a residential home of the Ghibelline faith family of the Vialardi. The structure has a quadrangular shape and its oldest part is a massive tower located to the southwest. After 1835 the castle was purchased by the botanist Maurizio Zumaglini. It is currently in good condition and is the property of the Municipality.
Castello di Zumaglia
Zumaglia
(4 Km)
The Castle of Zumaglia was built in 1291. In 1556, the building suffered serious damage due to a bombing of the troops of Henry II of France. Since 2013, the Castle has been part of the theatrical society, which uses it for the holding of different cultural, musical events, etc.