Collegiata di San Gaudenzio, Collegiate church in Varallo Sesia, Italy.
The Collegiata di San Gaudenzio displays a grand stone facade with decorative carvings and a prominent bell tower overlooking the Valsesia valley.
Construction of the church began in the late 15th century and continued through the early 17th century, incorporating Gothic and Baroque architectural elements.
The interior features multiple altars and frescoes by Gaudenzio Ferrari, representing biblical narratives and demonstrating Renaissance artistic techniques of northern Italy.
The church maintains regular visiting hours throughout the year and offers guided tours explaining the architectural features and artistic elements.
The bell tower of the Collegiata serves as a directional landmark for pilgrims traveling to the nearby Sacro Monte di Varallo UNESCO site.
Location: Varallo Sesia
GPS coordinates: 45.81486,8.25458
Latest update: May 2, 2025 07:46
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