Saints Peter and Paul Church

The Saints Peter and Paul Church features symmetrical architecture with grand columns and detailed facades that follow classical design principles.

The original structure dates back to the late 12th century, while the current building underwent construction from 1769 to 1882, taking inspiration from Venice's Basilica.

The interior holds significant artworks, including a 16th-century Holy Family painting by Domenico Brusasorzi and a carved wooden choir from 1736.

The church maintains regular religious services throughout the week and stands as the mother church of the Villafranca-Valeggio vicariate.

Matteo Bandello, who influenced Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, set the fictional meeting between Juliet and Count Paris within this church.

Location: Villafranca di Verona

Architectural style: neoclassicism

GPS coordinates: 45.35205,10.84542

Latest update: March 5, 2025 00:17