Basilica of San Petronio
Bologna
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Stands on Bologna’s main square, (Piazza Maggiore), Basilica of San Petronio is one of the largest medieval churches in Italy and an important symbol of the city. The inside is full of Gothic archways, stained glass windows and doors from the 15th and 16th centuries.
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The centre of Bologna is one of the best conserved in Europe, and it is full of beautiful palaces and churches packed with artworks that bear witness to the cultural importance of the city over the centuries. The historical city centre is also considered one of the largest in Europe.