San Petronio Basilica, Minor basilica in Piazza Maggiore, Bologna, Italy.
The San Petronio Basilica extends 132 meters in length and 60 meters in width, with a partially completed marble facade that combines white and rose-colored sections.
Construction of the basilica started in 1390 under architect Antonio di Vincenzo, who studied cathedral designs from Florence, Venice, and Milan for architectural inspiration.
The basilica contains numerous chapels with frescoes, sculptures, and two grand organs that made it a principal center of religious music in Italy.
The basilica welcomes visitors daily through its central entrance in Piazza Maggiore, offering guided tours that explain the architectural elements and artistic features.
The left aisle contains a meridian line created by astronomer Giovanni Domenico Cassini, which functions as a precise astronomical measuring instrument.
Location: Bologna
Inception: 14 century
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Height: 45 m
Length: 132 m
Width: 60 m
Accessibility: Accessible en fauteuil roulant
Address: piazza Maggiore ‒ Bologna (BO) 40124 40124
Opening Hours: 08:30-13:00,14:30-18:00
Website: http://basilicadisanpetronio.org
GPS coordinates: 44.49338,11.34328
Latest update: October 27, 2025 14:24
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