Piazza San Prospero, Renaissance square in central Reggio Emilia, Italy.
The square features six marble lions created by Gaspare Bigi in 1501, positioned at the edge of the churchyard facing the basilica entrance.
The square emerged around 1850 alongside the San Prospero Church, which replaced an earlier structure from 997 located within the city walls.
The square hosts the San Prospero Basilica, containing numerous Renaissance artworks, wooden choir stalls, and replicas of historical paintings.
The central location makes it a natural meeting point for residents and visitors, connecting multiple pedestrian streets of Reggio Emilia.
The octagonal bell tower, designed by Giulio Romano, displays seashell-shaped niches similar to those at Palazzo Te in Mantua.
Location: Reggio Emilia
Inception: 19 century
Address: piazza San Prospero ‒ Reggio nell'Emilia (RE) 42121 42121
GPS coordinates: 44.69722,10.63194
Latest update: March 8, 2025 01:14
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