Verona, Italy
Basilica di San Lorenzo, Verona

An ancient church with an unusual architecture, see the amazing artworks in its interior.

Built in an interesting mix of Carolingian and Romanesque styles, the Basilica (also know as Chiesa) di San Lorenzo is located in the heart of Verona. Restored after World War II, the church is striking because of the two towers that protect the cylindrical staircases which lead to the gallery above the main nave.


Look out for its impressive façade that were made out of alternating bricks and stones which renders the interior of the church to show intriguing patterns of stripes on its walls, apse and columns. The highlight of the church is the main altarpiece which displays an exquisite painting of Madonna and Child with Saints by Domenico Brusasorci (1566). Feast your eyes upon the beautiful frescoes from the 13th to 14th centuries in this hidden gem


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