Chiesa e Monastero di Sant'Antonio in Polesine
Chiesa e Monastero di Sant'Antonio in Polesine, Benedictine monastery and church in Ferrara, Italy.
Chiesa e Monastero di Sant'Antonio in Polesine is a Benedictine monastery with a church in Ferrara featuring three chapels adorned with painted frescoes. The interior displays works from the school of Giotto depicting scenes from the lives of Jesus and Mary.
The monastery was founded before 1000 on a Po River island and later became a center for Benedictine traditions and spiritual life. In 1257, Beatrice d'Este came to live here, bringing greater prominence to the place.
The main chapel displays works from the Ferrarese school, while the side chapels hold frescoes spanning the late 1200s to mid-1300s. These paintings shaped the interior and reflect an artistic tradition passed down through generations.
Visits are available Monday through Saturday with guided tours arranged for small groups. It is best to inquire in advance about available times since access is limited.
A clear liquid seeps from Beatrice's tombstone between October and March, with January 18th marking the day of heaviest flow. This mysterious phenomenon continues to intrigue visitors who come to the monastery.
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