San Pietro in Vincoli

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San Pietro in Vincoli, Church building and museum in Solferino, Italy

The San Pietro in Vincoli building stands on Via Ossario, featuring a stone structure that contains both religious and memorial sections within its walls.

The church was constructed in 1880 to preserve the remains of soldiers who lost their lives during the Battle of Solferino in 1859.

The structure functions as both a place of worship and a memorial museum, displaying artifacts and documents related to the military conflict.

Visitors can access the church and museum through the main entrance on Via Ossario, with guided tours available in multiple languages.

The building contains an ossuary that holds the skeletal remains of soldiers from different European nations who fought in the historic battle.

Location: Solferino

Inception: 1880

Address: Via Ossario

GPS coordinates: 45.37413,10.56901

Latest update: March 7, 2025 15:41

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