Tempio della Pace

Tempio della Pace is a memorial tomb in Padua featuring Romanesque Revival design with rounded arches and solid stone walls. The building houses two small adjacent chapels and sits close to the train station.

Construction began in 1920 after residents made a vow during the Battle of Caporetto in 1917 that they would build a church if warfare avoided Padua. The government finished funding the project in 1934 on the condition it serve as both a church and military ossuary.

The name means Temple of Peace, reflecting residents' hope for an end to warfare. The interior serves as a place of quiet remembrance for those lost in the wars.

The site is open year-round and easy to reach since it sits near the train station. The main building and both small chapels are accessible to visitors, though quiet reflection is expected.

Thousands of remains from both World Wars rest inside, making it a significant place for remembrance in the region. This dual purpose as a place of worship and burial site is uncommon and shapes its character today.

Location: Padua

Inception: 1920

Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture

GPS coordinates: 45.41539,11.88486

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:02