Duomo di Novara
Novara
(13 Km)
An imposing structure in Neo-Classical style built in the XIX century on the project of the architect Alessandro Antonelli. The building is divided in a nave, covered by a barrel vault, and two aisle, with small oval domes.
Basilica di San Gaudenzio
Novara
(13 Km)
Built in the late sixteenth and early seventeenth century on the highest point of the city it is characterized by the imposing neoclassical dome spire 122 meters high, designed by Alessandro Antonelli.
Broletto
Novara
(13 Km)
Ancient center of political life in Novara, free municipality, it is an architectural complex consisting of four historic buildings arranged in a quadrilateral, which arose at different times, overlooking the central courtyard.
Castello Visconteo-Sforzesco
Novara
(24 Km)
It was the site of the ancient Roman walls and used the moat of the old city walls for its defense. The castle was modified several times, but always maintained its military structure and function of the administrative domain of Novara.
Piazza Martiri della Libertà
Novara
(13 Km)
It is dominated by the equestrian statue dedicated in a Vittorio Emanuele, the first king of Italy, crowned precisely in Novara. Overlooking here the Visconti-Sforza Castle, the work of the Lords of Milan and the Teatro Coccia.
Duomo di Vigevano
Vigevano
(12 Km)
The Cathedral of Vigevano is an outstanding example of Baroque architecture
Chiesa di San Francesco
Vigevano
(12 Km)
Built in the fourteenth century saw many changes and additions over the centuries till it assumed its current appearance with the façade in Lombard Gothic style with pinnacles above.
Museo Rognoni Salaneschi
Novara
(13 Km)
The Rognoni Salvaneschi Museum is located in the homonymous house, which was built in the fourteenth century. In the museum you can admire all the heritage of the family of Alessandra Rognoni and her husband, from paintings to clothes, professional tools, embroidery and old toys. The museum is currently open to the public.
Galleria d'Arte Moderna "Giannoni"
Novara
(13 Km)
Museo di storia naturale faraggiana ferrandi
Novara
(13 Km)
The Farraggiana-Ferrandi Museum of Natural History was founded by Catherine Faraggiana-Ferrandi and her son Alessandro. In the Museum you can find species of exotic animals found in Africa and Asia together with local species that aim to raise awareness of society for the protection of endangered species.
Museo Storico Novarese A. Rossini
Novara
(12 Km)
The Museum was founded in 1965 and has as a reason for the commemoration of the fighters of the city and the province of Novara. In a chronological way, historical events from the War of Independence to the last World War are exposed. The armory fraction preserves white and firearms, while books, photographs and documents are kept in the archive.
Museo Lapidario del Duomo
Novara
(13 Km)
The Museum presents the testimonies collected from the territory dating back to Roman and early Christian times. The exhibition is done in rooms divided by sectors. The pieces on display belong to a period of time starting from the 3rd century before Christ until the 5th century after Christ. Numerous documentation for the cult of Jupiter, Minerva, Neptune and the stele of Ban Bernardino.
Museo Etnografico U. Ferrandi
Novara
(13 Km)
The Ethnographic Museum Ugo Ferrandi was founded in 1940, in honor of one of the greatest Italian exploratory geographers. The building is located in Palazzo Faraggiana. Within it, today, we find more than 2500 birds, mammals, fish, reptiles from all over the world.
Museo Internazionale della calzatura "Pietro Bertolini"
Vigevano
(12 Km)
Tesoro del Duomo
Vigevano
(12 Km)
The Duomo Treasure Museum was inaugurated in the 70s of the last century. Part of the treasure consists of the objects donated by Francesco II Sforza, in 1534. Of great value is a vestment embroidered with gold threads, by Napoleon Bonaparte, who wore it in 1805, during his coronation as King of Italy. One of the sections that catches most interest is the one where the Flemish tapestries in Brussels are kept.
Pinacoteca "C. Ottone"
Vigevano
(12 Km)
Castello Visconteo
Abbiategrasso
(11 Km)
Built in 1382 by Gian Galeazzo Visconti, the Visconti castle was built in Renaissance style and more than a medieval fortress, it looked like a summer residence. During the 15th century until 1635 the castle played a primary role in the political life of the Duchy of Milan. In 1865 the castle was donated to citizenship and was used as a venue for various associations in the territory. In 1995, after having completely restored it, the “Romeo Brambilla” civic library was inaugurated. The interior frescoes originate from different eras.
Ossario della Bicocca
Novara
(11 Km)
Inaugurated on 23 March 1879 on the occasion of the thirtieth anniversary of the Battle of Novara, the Ossuary of the Fallen, erected at the Bicocca, was at the center of numerous controversy. The construction was wanted by a citizens' committee who launched a subscription for this purpose. The realization of the project was characterized by numerous clashes. The oppositions and controversy continued over the years. Only on 23 November 1901, a white marble cross was blessed affixed to the monument. The shrine houses the remains of soldiers of both belligerent armies.
Santuario Madonna del Latte
Novara
(19 Km)
The building was located in the property of the noble Tettoni, citizens of Novara. Inside there was a fresco depicting an effigy of the Nursing Madonna. The fresco, then, underwent several movements and in the 1900s from the southern wall was transferred to a frame, later moved to the original wall with the restorations of the 1970s. In 1973 the work was stolen.
Teatro Coccia
Novara
(13 Km)
The Teatro Coccia is of Italian tradition and is the most important 'historian' of Piedmont. Outside there is a pink granite porch with Doric columns. The entrance is located on the current Via Fratelli Rosselli. Today you can see the large room in the shape of a horseshoe.
Casa della Porta
Novara
(13 Km)
The Casa della Porta is an ancient palace built in the fifteenth century, according to the Gothic style. Only recently, the restorations have completed that brought back to its former glory the architectural details of the windows, arches and frames. Very soon it will become the headquarters of many craft shops started by the young people of the city.
Casa Medici
Novara
(13 Km)
The Medici Palace was built in 1570. This is distinguished from the others for its pure white color, wanted by the architect Vincenzo Seregni. Inside it has a square structure with a central courtyard, where the two floors decorated in stucco overlook.
Palazzo Bellini
Novara
(13 Km)
Palazzo Bellini is located in Novara. The building belonged to the Bellini family of Oleggi, was built in 1300. The palace is a neoclassical building and inside it we find valuable paintings. In 1849, Carlo Alberti gathered the generals in this very building. In memory of the historical event, a tombstone was posted. Today the building is owned both private and by the municipality.
Castello Visconteo
Vigevano
(12 Km)
Palazzo Sanseverino
Vigevano
(12 Km)
Palazzo Sanseverino was also known as the “Rocca Nuova”, to differentiate itself from the other building similar to this. It was built around the early 1490's at the behest of Galeazzo Sanseverino, from which it takes its name. Today we see it as a noble residence, but in reality it has also had military and defensive functions over the centuries. The structure is in good condition, this is also because many renovations have been carried out. The palace is among the most visited in the area.
Piazza Ducale
Vigevano
(12 Km)
Piazza Ducale in Vigevano is one of the most beautiful squares of Italy in the Renaissance style. The building began in 1492 at the behest of Ludovico il Moro and ended two years later. It's surrounded on three sides by porticos and facades are decorated with frescoes.
Torre del Bramante
Vigevano
(12 Km)
Is the symbol of Vigevano, and was built in stages from 1198 until the fifteenth century, when it was completed by Bramante
Rocca Vecchia
Vigevano
(12 Km)
Corso Felice Cavallotti
Novara
(13 Km)
Corso Felice Cavallotti is one of the main streets of Novara. Traditions and history meet in this historic center that resembles a nineteenth-century living room.
Piazza Cesare Battisti
Novara
(13 Km)
Called from Novaresi Piazza delle Erbe, it is the perfect center of the city which is indicated by a small triangular tiles on the pavement, recognizable as different from others that form the pavement of the square.