Castello di Galeazza
Crevalcore
The Castle of Galeazza originates from the famous and ancient tower built in the fourteenth century by Galeazzo Pepoli. The fortress is located not far from the municipality of Crevalcore and is surrounded by the green of the surrounding plain. In the sixteenth century, a villa was built around the tower, remodeled in the following centuries in a neo-medieval style. Until 2002, in the ancient part of the castle, the cultural association Reading Retreats in Rural Italy was based.
Castello di Palata Pepoli
Crevalcore
The Castle of Palata Pepoli dates back to 1500 when Filippo Pepoli decided to build a Palazzo - Castello as the home of his family. The noble Bolognese family, in fact, owned half of the current territory of Crevalcore. The fortress has a square plan with a very high central tower located in the center of the building. It is currently private property and after a period of degradation, renovations have started.
Castello dei Ronchi
Crevalcore
The Ronchi Castle is an architectural complex dating back to the 16th century, located in the Crevalcore resort of Bologna. The Manor Palace, Towers, Warehouses, Stables and Church of San Matteo are part of the structure. The Castle was owned by the Caprara family until 1821. The oldest part concerns the central building that is divided into two floors built through exposed stone bricks.
Torre della Guisa
Crevalcore
The Torre della Guisa is one of the historical monuments of Crevalcore. It was built in the Middle Ages and more precisely in the sixteenth century. The construction has a regular structure, consisting of two orders of eaves. In addition, an oratory is also part of the structural complex, but dates back to the sixteenth century. It is currently in excellent condition.
Porta Modena
Crevalcore
Porta Modena turns out to be of medieval origins and consists of a bell tower sailing. Under the door formwork, the main entrance of the Church of the Immaculate Conception opens. To date, the structure is well preserved.
Porta Bologna
Crevalcore
Porta Bologna or Porta Levante was completed in 1771 when its drawbridge was replaced with a masonry bridge. The structure is square in shape and on the façade there are paintings the crevalcore coat of arms and those of the main families of the country.
Piazza Grande
Modena
(20 Km)
The main square which UNESCO included as a World heritage site and includes most of the important buildings and monuments. Few of the most important buildings in Italy can be founded here such as the University, founded in 1175, which houses over 3000 manuscripts and other historical volumes, 25 libraries and 16 cinemas among others.
Palazzo Comunale
Modena
(20 Km)
Museo dell'auto e moto d'epoca Umberto Panini
Modena
(26 Km)
Monastero dei Benedettini
Modena
(20 Km)
The current structure is the work of an extension, which occurred during 1500, of a previous structure dating from the late tenth century. The facade has a seventeenth-century portal inside and you can see the cloister of the Levant.
Seminario Metropolitano
Modena
(20 Km)
The ex-convent of San Francesco and now Metropolitan Seminary. The current building was erected in 1699. Inside of considerable interest is the seventeenth-century cloister of rectangular shape with in the center a marble statue of the Immaculate Con
Duomo
Modena
(20 Km)
Erected in memory of the fallen of the First World War. In the crypt on the pillars and on the walls are carved the names of 7,300 fallen Modenese during the First World War.
Santuario della Madonna del Murazzo
Modena
(20 Km)
The facade is in Lombard-Gothic style . The interior is composed of five altars and maintains various sculptures, paintings and statues of the nineteenth and twentieth century.
Chiesa Beata Vergine delle Grazie
Modena
(20 Km)
Built at the beginning of '700 it has a simple facade with a single main door. The interior has a nave with a semicircular apse, 4 side chapels, and 2 small chapels.
Chiesa di San Carlo
Modena
(20 Km)
Built in 1664 by the ducal architect Bartolomeo Avanzini, today used as an auditorium. Inside there are paintings from the most important artists of the '600 Modena.
Chiesa di San Giorgio
Modena
(28 Km)
The design of the present church built in the seventeenth is attributed to Gaspare Vigarani. The interior has a Greek cross with a a central dome and the high altar of 1666 in polychrome marbles by Antonio Loraghi.
Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista
Modena
(20 Km)
It rises on the western side of Piazza Matteotti, and was originally dedicated to St. Michael. It was rebuilt in the sixteenth century and in accordance with the present appearance in 1723 and designed by Gerolamo Frigamelica Roberti.
Chiesa di San Lazzaro
Modena
(18 Km)
The building is all that remains of the leper colony built in the late twelfth century.
Chiesa di San Paolo
Modena
(20 Km)
The original structure in the late Romanesque style was much larger than today. The present church was built in the seventeenth century on an earlier building, dating back to 1100, and renovated in last century.
Torre dei Modenesi
Finale Emilia
(17 Km)
The Torre dei Modenesi also known as the Clock Tower was built in 1213. On 21 March 2013, due to a strong earthquake, much of the building was destroyed. Currently, projects are underway for the renovation of the tower, symbol of the city.
Castello delle Rocche
Finale Emilia
(17 Km)
The Castle of the Rocche di Finale Emilia, in the province of Modena, is among the most beautiful and ancient castles in the resort. This building, of Lombard origin, was rebuilt by the Estensi in the Middle Ages, more precisely in 1402. It was built for military and war purposes. Unfortunately, due to the strong earthquake that touched the Emilia area, part has fallen and today is temporarily closed to tourists, because it is undergoing renovation.
Fonte Sacra di S.Geminiano
Modena
(24 Km)
The Sacred Source of St. Geminiano and its temple were built in 1800, by the architect Mignoni. For its construction, the Diocese participated with great interest. The structure presents the statue of faith on the dome, and under it is the statue of St. Geminiano, while he blesses the source.
Deposito Museo Civico
Modena
(20 Km)
In the Civic Museum of Art of Modena there are works acquired through the Poletti Prize banned by the Municipality of Modena between 1871 and 1943. The works awarded and produced by young artists are exhibited in the gallery.
Madonna Pellegrina
Modena
(20 Km)
The establishment of the parish of Madonna Pellegrina dates back to 1958. The first wooden church was built on a soccer field. The structure has grown and developed over the years thanks to the contribution provided by the children and families of the communities. Beautiful works of art are kept inside the parish.
La Ghirlandina
Modena
(20 Km)
The Ghirlandina tower, protected by Unesco as an artistic heritage of humanity, dates back to 1261. In Gothic style it is so called for the double round of railings that they surround it as garlands.
Galleria Civica
Modena
(19 Km)
Palazzo Ducale
Modena
(19 Km)
The Doge's Palace dates back to 1634 wanted by Francesco I d'Este on a project by Bartolomeo Avanzini. Inside you can admire the beautiful ballroom, the throne room and the golden sitting room. Today it is home to the Military Academy.
Palazzina dei Giardini
Modena
(19 Km)
The Palazzina dei Giardini was built in the 7th century, at the behest of Francesco I d'Este and was located in the gardens of the Doge's Palace in Modena. The original role of the building was that of a fun place for the court as well as Casinos. The property has a large area and spaces of extraordinary beauty, which is why it is considered an ideal place for art exhibitions.
Museo del Duomo
Modena
(20 Km)
The Cathedral Museum is set up since 2000 and exhibits forms of artistic expression and culture built around the Cathedral of Modena and testimonies related to the cult of St. Geminiano.
Museo Lapidario del Duomo
Modena
(20 Km)
It was established at the end of '800, next to the complex of the Cathedral and the Piazza Grande. It belongs to the world heritage site, which was conferred by UNESCO. The Lapidary is a masterpiece of Roman culture.
Teatro Comunale Luciano Pavarotti
Modena
(19 Km)
Opened in 1841 as " Teatro dell’Illustrissima Comunità". In 2007, one month from the death of the great tenor from Modena, it was known as "Teatro Comunale Luciano Pavarotti. " It hosts concerts, operas and ballets.
Cinema Teatro Michelangelo
Modena
(21 Km)
The Cinema Teatro Michelangeo has a capacity of 480 seats. It hosts a full program of opera, cinema and theater for schools.
Teatro Storchi
Modena
(19 Km)
The theater which retains its original structure, was named after Gaetano Storchi, from Modena a merchant who financed its construction. It has a rich program from the theater season, and many initiatives offered to the public.
Teatro delle Passioni
Modena
(20 Km)
This theater is dedicated to prose. It is part together with Teatro Storchi of ERT Emilia Romagna Teatro Fondazione, Public Regional Teatro Stabile.
Castello Malvasia di Panzano
Castelfranco Emilia
(14 Km)
Castello Malvasia di Panzano was built at the behest of Monsignor Innocenzo, who transformed it into a typical Renaissance building, taking away its medieval features. Because of World War II, it was particularly damaged. Today it maintains its structure and is in a good state of preservation, especially the inner courts.
Forte Urbano
Castelfranco Emilia
(16 Km)
Forte Urbano was built on commission of Pope Urban VIII in 1626. Over the years it has been used for various purposes, such as prison or lazaretto, during a strong cholera epidemic. Since 2005 it has been used to welcome drug detainees, thanks to the collaboration of the community of San Patrignano.
Castello della Giovannina
Cento
(12 Km)
The Castle of Giovannina was built in 1504.. Inside the Castle still preserves beautiful frescoes today. The frescoes illustrate famous poems such as the Orlando Furioso, the Liberated Jerusalem, the Aeneid, the Pastor Fido and the Abducted Secchia. Today it is used as a municipal residence and is given as a concession to a catering company for the organization of events, such as weddings and conferences.
Rocca di Cento
Cento
(12 Km)
The Rocca di Cento is one of the oldest monuments in the area. The construction of the castle dates back to 1382-1387 by the architect Antonio di Vincenzo and by the will of the bishop of Bologna. It is a defensive military structure and is surrounded by a very large and beautiful garden full of flowers and green trees. Today it represents a place of culture and entertainment.
Torre dell' Orologio
Cento
(11 Km)
The building was built as a Clock Tower in 1548 by the architect Francesco Gilardini. The tower has a marble dome.
Porta Pieve
Cento
(11 Km)
Porta Pieve is located in Cento. In the past there were four doors: Porta Pieve, Porta del Griglio or Porta della Rocca, Porta Molina and Porta Chiusa. Today, only the Porta Pieve is present. It is a tower of fourteenth-century architecture. Today, the sides of the door are clearly visible.
Galleria d'Arte Moderna "A. Bonzagni"
Cento
(11 Km)
Museo del Teatro "G. Borgatti"
Cento
(11 Km)
The Giuseppe Borgatti Theatre was built in 1831 as an excellent example of the Italian theatre and is equipped with a nineteenth-century hall with stage. Thanks to it, several characters from the tradition were discovered who made Italian theater. A theatrical season takes place annually with the organization of several shows.
Pinacoteca Civica "Il Guercino"
Cento
(11 Km)
The Civic Art Gallery of Cento is located inside the Palazzo del Monte di Pietà in the municipality of Cento. The Palace was built in 1782 and the Art Gallery was officially known in 1839. It is one of the most important in the area. Currently it houses a large collection of works by Guercino. We can mention among the artists present Marcello Provenzali and Ludovico Carracci and numerous other artists of the past centuries. All the furniture in the room is very nice and embellished with furniture from the period in question. Admission to the art gallery is free for all art lovers.
Museo Muratoriano
Modena
(20 Km)
Museo Civico del Risorgimento
Modena
(20 Km)
The Civic Museum of the Risorgimento was built in 1893 and was transferred several times. Only in 1924, it was permanently placed in the Palazzo dei Musei. The collection supports many works that belong to the Risorgimento. The works that stand out most are those concerning the wars of the twentieth century, in particular the Italian-Turkish War and the First World War. In the 90s, the Museum was closed and the materials were transferred to the Civic Museum of Art.
Museo Civico Archeologico Etnologico
Modena
(20 Km)
The museum was founded in 1871. The ethnological section preserves the collections of Carlo Boni from New Guinea, Pre-Columbian Peru, South America, Africa and Asia. Later, other materials were pooled, donations of scholars and travelers in Modena.
Museo Civico d'Arte
Modena
(20 Km)
The Civic Museum of Art was established in 1962, after the division of the Civic Museum of the 800, into an archaeological-ethnological museum and a historical-artistic museum. Inside, it preserves works that testify and document the culture of the city from the Xll to the twentieth century.All the material collected is the result of private donations, including paintings, sculptures, instruments musical, scientific instruments, ceramics and glass. Of great interest, is the Giuseppe Graziosi Gipsoteca, which preserves a collection of plastic and graphic works.
Museo Astronomico e Geofisico
Modena
(19 Km)
The Astronomical and Geophysical Museum of Modena was founded in 1826, by decree of Duke Francesco IV d'Este. The Museum represents an example of scientific study from the period from 1820 to 1920, hosting ancient astronomical, meteorological and geophysical instruments. Newtonian telescopes from the nineteenth century were used in the same premises. Currently, the museum is closed for restoration.
Biblioteca Estense
Modena
(20 Km)
The Estense Library was established around the 14th century, by the lords of Ferrara and preserves a great heritage of volumes, illuminated codes and musical manuscripts of considerable value. Among them the Bible of Borso D'Este, which comes from the refinement of the school of Ferrara and its art of miniature. There are also documents related to geographical maps, such as the Catalan Charter of the 15th century.
Galleria Estense
Modena
(20 Km)
Here are exposed works of art of property of the Dukes of Este and a collection of works that has been acquired later. Among the most precious art collections in Europe, many collections are works from the Emilian school of the XIV-XVIII century.
Museo Lapidario e del Tesoro del Duomo
Modena
(20 Km)
The Duomo Museum of Modena supports special works that show the life of the Modena church over the centuries. For its great importance, the museum has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. In the museum there are four rooms that present different works by important and famous artists.
Museo della Figurina
Modena
(19 Km)
Museo del Presepe
Modena
(20 Km)
The Museum of the Nativity Scene in Modena was built in 1972 by the parish priest Don Sesto Serri. A large number of cribs belonging to different eras are exposed to the public. The ones that stand out most are those of the Neapolitan tradition of the eighteenth century. Of particular interest are also the various terracotta sculptures of the Spanish production of Modena.
Museo Universitario di Storia Naturale e Strumentazione Scientifica
Modena
(20 Km)
The Museum of Natural History and Scientific Instrumentation of the University of Modena was built in 1990. In 1997 it became an Interdepartmental Center where research and studies of scientific museology could be carried out. The building supports collections of different university museums. Currently, the Museum is under reconstruction.
Raccolta d'Arte della Provincia
Modena
(19 Km)
In the Palace of the Province there are works of great importance. There is a collection with works from the nineteenth century to the Second World War. In the building there are post-impressionistic paintings by great artists.
Museo del Combattente
Modena
(19 Km)
The Combatant Museum was built in 1995. Inside, 1,200 objects are exhibited that testify to the period of the two world wars. The collected items were donated by citizens. Among the objects on display are gas masks, photographic prints and imprisonment diaries. Of particular interest is a Bersagliere bicycle from 1912 and the equipment of a ski soldier.
Laboratorio d'Arte Grafica di Modena
Modena
(21 Km)
Mostra Permanente dell'Età del Bronzo
San Felice sul Panaro
(14 Km)
Museo e Stabilimento Lamborghini Auto
San Giovanni in Persiceto
(23 Km)
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