Santa Maria Maggiore, Parish church in Pieve di Cento, Italy
Santa Maria Maggiore features a central nave with double mullioned windows, side aisles, and a cross vault structure within its Baroque architectural design.
The construction of Santa Maria Maggiore dates back to the 11th century, with archaeological findings indicating two earlier churches existed at this location.
The basilica represents an example of First Romanesque art and contains the oldest remaining cross vaults found throughout Italy.
Visitors can access guided tours of Santa Maria Maggiore during weekends and holidays between April and October to explore the interior design.
The basilica contains a discovered crypt from 1944, positioned near the San Giovanni ad Fontes baptistery, which remains partially incomplete.
Location: Pieve di Cento
Architectural style: Baroque
Address: piazza Andrea Costa, 19
Website: https://comune.pievedicento.bo.it/scoprire-pieve/chiesa-collegiata-s-maria-maggiore
GPS coordinates: 44.71337,11.30694
Latest update: March 14, 2025 19:24
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