Foro Boario, Market square in Modena, Italy
The Foro Boario extends 250 meters along Corso Berengario, featuring three distinctive arcades with a central clock designed by Ludovico Gavioli.
Duke Francesco IV commissioned architect Francesco Vandelli to build this cattle market in 1833, with its official opening taking place in 1834.
High-relief sculptures by artists Righi and Frugoni adorn the structure with pastoral themes, representing the agricultural heritage of the Modena region.
The three-floor building currently houses the School of Economics, dedicated to labor law expert Marco Biagi, and remains open to students and faculty.
The market square served as Piazza d'Armi where soldiers practiced, and later hosted notable events including concerts featuring Pavarotti.
Location: Modena
Inception: 1833
Architects: Francesco Vandelli
Official opening: 1834
Floors above the ground: 3
GPS coordinates: 44.64999,10.92310
Latest update: September 24, 2025 10:18
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