Fresco Museum of Bergamo, Fresco museum in Palazzo della Ragione, Città Alta, Italy
The Fresco Museum occupies the upper floor of Palazzo della Ragione, displaying regional art pieces within medieval architecture dating from the 12th century.
Established in 1990, the museum houses an array of frescoes rescued from local buildings, preserving artistic techniques from different historical periods.
The museum collection reveals social structures and daily activities of 15th-century Italy through detailed fresco narratives and religious representations.
Guided tours in multiple languages explore the museum's rooms, explaining fresco techniques and historical context of each exhibited piece.
A gnomon sundial from 1798 marks local time using sunlight, adding scientific interest to the artistic experience within the medieval palace.
Location: Bergamo
Inception: 1990
Official opening: 1990
Address: Piazza Vecchia, Bergamo
GPS coordinates: 45.70361,9.66250
Latest update: March 6, 2025 17:19
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