Convent of Santa Maria Assunta in Baccanello

The convent features two cloisters, with the main one containing a large central cistern and maintaining its original architectural elements.

The Colleoni family acquired patronage rights of a small church at the end of the 16th century and invited Franciscan friars to establish the convent.

The convent houses an art gallery displaying a collection of artworks depicting Pope John XXIII created by artists from different countries.

The convent extends over two floors, with meeting rooms and a refectory on the ground floor, while dormitories and a library occupy the upper level.

The entrance cloister, which served as a cemetery until 1903, contains early frescoes depicting scenes from the Stations of the Cross.

Location: Calusco d'Adda

Inception: 1605

Address: Piazza S. Francesco, 45, 24033 Calusco d'Adda BG 24033 24033

GPS coordinates: 45.68859,9.48810

Latest update: March 10, 2025 06:11