Monument of Mario Cermenati

The Monument of Mario Cermenati stands at a central square in Lecco, featuring a marble statue depicting a standing figure against Lake Como views.

The monument was inaugurated on September 25, 1927, replacing an original bronze statue that was later melted during World War II for metal resources.

The monument celebrates Mario Cermenati, who founded the Civic Museums of Lecco and held the first Italian chair of science history at the University of Rome.

Located near the Basilica of San Nicolò, the monument includes a base decorated with stones representing Cermenati's geological studies and mountain interests.

The epigraph on the monument states 'Mario Cermenati the love of great nature fertilized in the cult of science' in recognition of his scientific contributions.

Location: Lecco

Inception: September 25, 1927

Architects: Mario Rutelli

Creator: Mario Rutelli

Made from material: marble

Address: Piazza Mario Cermenati, 13, 23900 Lecco 23900 23900

GPS coordinates: 45.85587,9.38878

Latest update: March 6, 2025 22:22