Piazza Grande, Medieval square in Modena, Italy
The square features symmetrical stone buildings with arched porticoes, surrounding an open space where the Cathedral and Torre Civica stand.
Established in 1150, the square emerged as a central marketplace for merchants and traders during the Middle Ages in northern Italy.
The square hosts regular markets, festivals, and public gatherings that maintain centuries-old traditions of the Emilia-Romagna region.
Visitors can reach the square through multiple pedestrian entrances, with nearby parking facilities and public transport stops within walking distance.
The square contains a stone called Preda Ringadora, used since medieval times for public announcements and as a platform for speakers.
Location: Modena
Inception: 12 century
Part of: Cathedral, Torre Civica and Piazza Grande, Modena
GPS coordinates: 44.64592,10.92561
Latest update: May 11, 2025 23:51
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