Colonne di San Lorenzo, Ancient Roman colonnade near Basilica San Lorenzo, Milan, Italy
The row of sixteen Corinthian columns stands 7.5 meters tall, constructed from Musso marble and featuring decorative capitals along the entablature.
The columns were moved from a second-century pagan temple to their current location during the fourth century to enhance the newly built Christian basilica.
The square in front of the colonnade functions as a center for art exhibitions, concerts, and social gatherings in the evenings.
The site connects to central Milan through multiple tram lines, with restaurants and cafes surrounding the square for visitors to experience local cuisine.
Different sizes and styles of capitals reveal that the columns originated from two separate Roman buildings, requiring brick additions to level their heights.
Location: Milan
Architectural style: ancient Roman architecture
GPS coordinates: 45.45824,9.18103
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:56
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