Diana Petterson 60 Days of Italy, European Continent, Italy

60 Days of Italy – Bologna

Enjoying my first meal in Bologna, a bowl of traditional fresh pasta, the Tagliatelle al ragu at 051 Osteria. (May 2, 2023

Italy Day 15: Bologna & its Pasta!

If Parma is known for its Prosciutto in the Emilia-Romagna region of Northern Italy, then Bologna, the region’s capital and largest city, is known for its Pasta. Yes, Pasta with a capital P.

Arriving late in the afternoon by a one hour train ride from Parma, we checked into our hotel on this rainy day in need of food, good food. And we found it, not too far from our hotel, at the 051 Osteria in Bologna.

I was hungry and the food did not disappoint. I grazed on a mixed green salad; bread, which seems to always be served in Italy; and for my main course, a bowl of traditional fresh pasta, the Tagliatelle al ragu. That’s freshly made tagliatelle pasta with ragù of slow-cooked meat (pork & beef) and tomato sauce. Along to complete my meal, I had a chilled glass of Lambrusco, a sparkling red wine with a champagne-like pop top that’s produced in a dry or ‘sweet’ version.

Cin cin! Cheers! Here’s to more Pasta, Lambrusco and all things art and history to come during our stay in Bologna.

Arriving at the Bologna train station in the rain. (May 2, 2023)
Enjoying my first meal in Bologna, a bowl of traditional fresh pasta, the Tagliatelle al ragu at 051 Osteria. (May 2, 2023)
Enjoying my first meal in Bologna, A salad, a bowl of traditional fresh pasta, the Tagliatelle al ragu and a glass of red wine at 051 Osteria. (May 2, 2023)
We arrived at 051 Osteria in Bologna just in time for a late lunch. Restaurants close early so trying to arrive, on a travel day, before 2:00 or 3:00 in the afternoon, can be difficult. Luckily we arrived just before closing. (May 2, 2023)
My room at the Art Hotel Commercianti in Bologna. (May 2, 2023)
My room at the Art Hotel Commercianti in Bologna. (May 2, 2023)
My bathroom at the Art Hotel Commercianti in Bologna. (May 2, 2023)
And, even though it was raining, I loved having a balcony at the Art Hotel Commercianti with views of the the Basilica of San Petronio, dedicated to the city’s patron saint, located in Piazza Maggiore. It is the largest and most important church in Bologna. (May 2, 2023)

Italy Day 16: Bologna, the World’s Oldest University

It was a chilly, rainy morning, but that didn’t stop our introductory AirBnB Explore Bologna walking tour on our first full day in Bologna. Along with its rich cuisine and pasta dishes, Bologna is a university town.

The University of Bologna was founded in 1088 and, having never been out of operation, holds the title of the oldest university in the world. It was also the first degree-awarding institution of higher learning.

Organized initially as a guild of students, Studiorum, who did not have a permanent location for classes until the mid-16th century. Doctors therefore held their lectures in their own homes or in halls rented out from the Municipal Authority. The first official headquarter of the University of Bologna was established in the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Piazza Galvani, just behind the Basilica of San Petronio.

And, while it was overcast outside, I spent time inside the Basilica of San Petronio. Considered the largest and most important church in Bologna, it is dedicated to the city’s patron saint and located in the Piazza Maggiore.

There’s more food to come but for now, let’s check out the world’s oldest university.

Me in the courtyard of the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna was built in 1563. The first classrooms of the University of Bologna which began in 1088. (May 3, 2023)
The Piazza Galvani with the rear of the Basilica of San Petronio and in front of the pavilion that leads to the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna. The statue honors Luigi Galvani, an Italian physician, physicist, biologist and philosopher, who studied animal electricity. In 1780, he discovered that the muscles of dead frogs’ legs twitched when struck by an electrical spark. And, the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio, built in 1563, has housed the Municipal Library since 1838. The Palazzo was badly damaged in a bombing raid in 1944 and subsequently rebuilt. (May 3, 2023)
The courtyard of the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna was built in 1563 and has housed the Municipal Library since 1838 and its lecture hall along with the Anatomical Theater. The Palazzo was badly damaged in a bombing raid in 1944 and subsequently rebuilt. Although it was once a part of the University of Bologna, now within its walls it continues to carry on the legacy of the thousands of students who once attended. (May 3, 2023)
The portico walls of the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna are decorated with the coats of arms of the former students. And this portico leads to the second floor staircase of the Anatomical Theater. Bologna holds the record for the largest number of heraldic murals in the world, more than 6,000 coats of arms from the 18th century decorate the porticos, halls and corridors. (May 3, 2023)
The Anatomical Theater inside the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna was built in wood by Antonio Levante in 1637 for teaching anatomy. At the podium are the famous statues of the Spellati (flayed men) by Ercole Lelli from 1733 and 1734. The white marbled table is a replica of the actual table used to dissect the corpses who died in the jails. (May 3, 2023)
The carved wood ceiling of the Anatomical Theater inside the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna. (May 3, 2023)
The Anatomical Theater inside the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna with statues depicting famous physicians like Hippocrates, Galen and more. (May 3, 2023)
At the podium of the Anatomical Theater inside the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna are the famous statues of the Spellati (flayed men) by Ercole Lelli from 1733 and 1734. (May 3, 2023)
Galen (129-216 AD) was a Greek physician, surgeon and philosopher with Roman citizenship who was considered to be an an accomplished medical researcher of various disciplines including anatomy, physiology, pathology and even philosophy. His statue can be seen on the wall of the Anatomical Theater inside the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna. (May 3, 2023)
Hippocrates (c.460–c. 370 BC) was a Greek physician considered to be one of the most outstanding figures in the history of medicine. The Hippocratic Oath, a seminal document on the ethics of medical practice, was attributed to Hippocrates. His statue can be seen on the wall of the Anatomical Theater inside the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna. (May 3, 2023)
The stairs of the lower portico of the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna leads to the Sala dello Stabat Mater with its lecture hall and Municipal Library along with the coats of arms of the students from the 18th century decorating the staircase, halls and corridors. (May 3, 2023)
The stairs of the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna leading to the Sala dello Stabat Mater with its lecture hall and Municipal Library along with the coats of arms of the students from the 18th century decorating the staircase, halls and corridors. (May 3, 2023)
A view of the portico from the second floor of the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna. (May 3, 2023)
The wall halls along the portico of the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna are richly decorated with thousands of coats of arms of the students who once attended the then University of Bologna. (May 3, 2023)
The galleries, the walls of the rooms, and the staircases are decorated with inscriptions and celebratory monuments of more than 6,000 coats of arms of students throughout the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna. (May 3, 2023)
The galleries, the walls of the rooms, and the staircases are decorated with inscriptions and celebratory monuments of more than 6,000 coats of arms of students throughout the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna. (May 3, 2023)
The galleries, the walls of the rooms, and the staircases are decorated with inscriptions and celebratory monuments of more than 6,000 coats of arms of students throughout the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna. (May 3, 2023)
The Sala dello Stabat Mater of the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna. (May 3, 2023)
The Sala dello Stabat Mater of the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna. (May 3, 2023)
The Municipal Library of the Sala dello Stabat Mater inside the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna. The library has more than 850,000 books. (May 3, 2023)
The Municipal Library of the Sala dello Stabat Mater inside the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna. The library has more than 850,000 books. (May 3, 2023)
Even the staircases are decorated with inscriptions and celebratory monuments of more than 6,000 coats of arms of students throughout the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna. (May 3, 2023)
The decorated portico inside the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna. (May 3, 2023)
Me standing in the portico of the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio in Bologna with the students coats of arms on the walls. (May 3, 2023)
The coat of arms memorial for Peruvian Diego de Leon Garavito, the first student who came from America to attend the University of Bologna is in the left lower corner at the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio loggia. (May 3, 2023)
A close-up of the coat of arms memorial for Peruvian Diego de Leon Garavito, the first student who came from America to attend the University of Bologna is in the left lower corner at the Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio loggia. (May 3, 2023)
The Porticos of Bologna are an important cultural and architectural heritage so much so that in 2021, the porticos were declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. And, these porticos go for miles throughout Bologna. One word of caution, these marble walkways can become quite slippery when it rains. (May 3, 2023)
The Quadrilatero or Bologna food market along Via delle Pescherie Vecchie dates back to the Middle Ages. The market is several streets that contain several indoor markets. (May 3, 2023)
The Quadrilatero or Bologna food market along Via delle Pescherie Vecchie dates back to the Middle Ages. The market is several streets that contain several indoor markets. (May 3, 2023)
The Quadrilatero or Bologna food market along Via delle Pescherie Vecchie dates back to the Middle Ages. The market is several streets that contain several indoor markets. (May 3, 2023)
The Quadrilatero or Bologna food market along Via delle Pescherie Vecchie dates back to the Middle Ages. The market is several streets that contain several indoor markets. (May 3, 2023)
The Quadrilatero or Bologna food market along Via delle Pescherie Vecchie dates back to the Middle Ages. The market is several streets that contain several indoor markets. (May 3, 2023)
The Quadrilatero or Bologna food market along Via delle Pescherie Vecchie dates back to the Middle Ages. The market is several streets that contain several indoor markets. (May 3, 2023)
The Quadrilatero or Bologna food market along Via delle Pescherie Vecchie dates back to the Middle Ages. The market is several streets that contain several indoor markets. (May 3, 2023)
The Basilica of San Petronio, dedicated to the city’s patron saint, is located in Piazza Maggiore and is the largest and most important church in Bologna. Construction began on the church in 1390. But the current façade was partially covered marble in 1538, however it continues to remain unfinished. (May 3, 2023)
The police are always at the entrance of the San Petronio Basilica in Bologna. It is one of Italy’s Gothic treasures which contains a 15th-century fresco depiction of the prophet Muhammad among demons in hell that has drawn complaints from Muslims. (May 3, 2023)
One of the exterior doors of the Basilica of San Petronio in Bologna. (May 3, 2023)
Inside the massive Basilica of San Petronio, dedicated to Bologna’s patron saint, located in Piazza Maggiore.
The interior, completed in different eras, is divided into three naves, which open onto 22 chapels once owned by families as their personal chapels and decorated by several different artists. (May 3, 2023)
The high altar inside the massive Basilica of San Petronio in Bologna was built in 1547 and contains a 15th-century wooden crucifix with a a fresco of the Madonna with St. Petronio just behind it from 1672. (May 3, 2023)
The high altar inside the massive Basilica of San Petronio in Bologna was built in 1547 and contains a 15th-century wooden crucifix with a a fresco of the Madonna with St. Petronio just behind it from 1672. (May 3, 2023)
The high altar inside the massive Basilica of San Petronio in Bologna was built in 1547 and contains a 15th-century wooden crucifix with a a fresco of the Madonna with St. Petronio just behind it from 1672. (May 3, 2023)
Modena with controversial scenes representing “Heaven” and “Hell”. Dante’s depiction of the places, with a gigantic figure of Lucifer. There’s also a special admission cost to see it. (May 3, 2023)
The Chapel of the Magi, which once belonged to a local family with this story of Dante’s controversial depiction of places in Heaven and Hell with a gigantic figure of Lucifer at the Basilica of San Petronio in Bologna. The piece is quite controversial because it depicts Mohammed being tortured in Hell. In 2002 five men were arrested on suspicion of planning to blow up the basilica. The men were alleged to have connection to Al Qaeda. (May 3, 2023)
The Chapel of the Magi inside the Basilica of San Petronio in Bologna features the stained glass “Episodes in the life of San Petronia” and the “Stories of the Three Kings.” (May 3, 2023)
The “Stories of the Three Kings” inside the side Chapel of the Magi at the Basilica of San Petronio in Bologna. (May 3, 2023)
Inside the Basilica of San Petronio in Bologna. (May 3, 2023)
“The Mourning of Christ” sculpture inside the Basilica of San Petronio in Bologna. (May 3, 2023)

Italy Day 17: Bologna’s Food and Porticos

I am not a vegetarian so smacking down on the prosciutto of the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy has been an absolute delight. And, following around a food guide through Bologna, while tasting the goodies, is both a great way to learn the city’s history and enjoy its cuisine. Alice and I were able to do both of these during our morning…into the afternoon, food tour.

And, while walking around Bologna to taste the food, we walked through a portion of the 24 miles or 38 kilometres of porticos just in the historic center. I thinkI’m in love with the Bologna porticos, even though the marble flooring can be a bit slippery when wet but quite lovely during a sunny day.

Come take a walk through the porticos and enjoy the culinary eats of Bologna.

Back to eating again in Bologna. This time on a food tour. On the 3rd stop of our Bologna food working tour, the Osteria del Sole, the landmark 15th-century venue serving Romagna region wines to customers who bring their own food. Our guide Mateo, brought a variety of proscuitto, the Proscuitto of Parma, and other goodies to taste and enjoy. And, actually it was quite filling. (May 4, 2023)
The Porticos of Bologna are an important cultural and architectural heritage so much so that in 2021, the porticos were declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. And, these porticos go for miles throughout Bologna. One word of caution, these marble walkways can become quite slippery when it rains.
A little history tidbit: The porticos were constructed in the in the Early Middle Ages to enlarge the space of the houses. They allowed the expansion of the upper floors of the houses, without the necessity to create new buildings or take up additional ground space below. (May 4, 2023)
Since this was a morning food walking tour, our 1st stop at Terzi in Bologna, as is the case for many Italians in the morning, is coffee and pastry. (May 4, 2023)
Inside Terzi in Bologna, the 1st stop on our morning food walking tour, where we stopped for an espresso and a pastry like so many Italians do to get their days started. (April 4, 2023)
The delicious egg custard croissant at Terizi in Bologna, our 1st stop on our food walking tour. (May 4, 2023)
My small cup of macchiato and an egg custard croissant at Terizi in Bologna, our 1st stop on our food walking tour. I didn’t put any kind of sweetener in the coffee, which is unusual for me, but this coffee was just so smooth. It didn’t have a bitter after taste. (April 4, 2023)
Walking through the many porticos of Bologna, this time to check out the delicatessen shop of La Salumeria di Bruno e Franco in Bologna, both its shop and where the handmade pasta is made. (May 4, 2023)
The delicatessen shop of La Salumeria di Bruno e Franco is relatively new to the culinary traditions of Bologna, open since 1985. But it’s where fresh hand made pasta is made, at its across-the-way pasta laboratory, and sold in the La Salumeria under the 14th century porticos. There’s also a selection of ready-to-eat food along with Parma Prosciutto, cheeses and yes an array of pastas. (May 4, 2023)
Inside the delicatessen shop of La Salumeria di Bruno e Franco in Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
A variety of pastas (made at its pasta laboratory a few steps away) inside the delicatessen shop of La Salumeria di Bruno e Franco in Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
A variety of ready-to-go prepared foods inside the delicatessen shop of La Salumeria di Bruno e Franco in Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
A variety of ready-to-go prepared foods inside the delicatessen shop of La Salumeria di Bruno e Franco in Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
Just another beautiful street of porticos and architecture in Bologna. Despite having suffered considerable bombing damage in 1944, Bologna’s historic center is Europe’s second largest, containing a wealth of important medieval, renaissance and baroque buildings. (May 4, 2023)
A beautiful building where the second floor fresh pasta-making laboratory of the La Salumeria di Bruno e Franco in Bologna is housed. (May 4, 2023)
Rolling the pasta by hand using a wooden rolling pin from the early 1900s at the fresh pasta-making laboratory of the La Salumeria di Bruno e Franco in Bologna. The pasta, being rolled flat, is made from the highest quality of eggs and flour. (May 4, 2023)
The pasta makers getting started at making tortellini pasta at the fresh pasta-making laboratory of the La Salumeria di Bruno e Franco in Bologna. Once the pasta is rolled thin and cut into small squares, these pasta makers are quickly and easily making tortellini pasta stuffed with pork loin, Parma ham, mortadella and Parmigiano Reggiano. It is said that their inventor was inspired by the shape of a woman’s navel. Traditionally, they are eaten in broth. Together with lasagne, tortellini is considered a Bolognese tradition. (May 4, 2023)
The pasta makers at the fresh pasta-making laboratory of the La Salumeria di Bruno e Franco in Bologna quickly and easily making the tortellini pasta stuffed with pork loin, Parma ham, mortadella and Parmigiano Reggiano. (May 4, 2023)
Walking through the many porticos of Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
The porticos of Bologna. No other city in the world has as many porticoes as Bologna: all together, they cover more than 24 miles or 38 kilometres just in the historic center. (May 4, 2023)
Walking through the many porticos of Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
The Two Towers are commonly recognized as symbols of Bologna and are located in the heart of the city at the point where the ancient Roman Via Emilia road entered into the city. At one time Bologna had some 150 towers, but only 22 have survived. The towers were built between the 12th and 13th centuries of the Middle Ages to signify the wealth and social prestige of the families that built them but they also had a military function as a defensive system. (May 4, 2023)
The taller tower of the Two Towers, the Torre Degli Asinelli, was built in Bologna between 1109 and 1119 by the family bearing the same name. It contains some 498 internal steps that lead to the top of the 318 feet or 97 meters tall building. It’s said to have spectacular views which Alice plans to climb and view.
The shorter tower, the Torre Garisenda, was built at the same time as the larger tower, and is known for its steep overhang. It was lowered for fear of it collapsing during the 14th century and is currently being restored. (May 4, 2023)
The Two Towers are commonly recognized as symbols of Bologna and are located in the heart of the city at the point where the ancient Roman Via Emilia road entered into the city. (May 4, 2023)
Walking through the busy historical and city center of Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
A food map of the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, which includes Parma and Bologna, courtesy of the Salumeria Simoni in Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
Walking through the busy historical and city center of Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
On the 3rd stop of our Bologna food working tour, our guide Mateo, brought out our goodies at the Osteria del Sole, the landmark venue from 1465 serving Romagna region wines to customers who bring their own food. Mateo brought a variety of proscuitto, the Proscuitto of Parma, and other goodies to taste and enjoy. And, actually it was all quite filling. (May 4, 2023)
Inside the Osteria del Sole, the oldest in Bologna, has been in the city center since 1465. A small inconspicuous place from the outside where people bring your their own food and enjoy the Osteria’s wine or beer. (May 4, 2023)
Inside the Osteria del Sole, the oldest in Bologna, has been in the city center since 1465. A small inconspicuous place from the outside where people bring your their own food and enjoy the Osteria’s wine or beer. (May 4, 2023)
Walking through the ancient food market area known as the Quadrilatero market of the busy historical city center of Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
No other city in the world has as many porticoes as Bologna, there are some 24 miles or 38 kilometres in the historic center. (May 4, 2023)
The 4th place on our food walking tour in Bologna was at La Salsmenteria restaurant for three varieties of pasta. (May 4, 2023)
Our first selection of pasta at La Salsmenteria restaurant in Bologna was tortellini in broth. Graminia pasta stuffed with a bit of sausage in a very tasty chicken and beef broth. (May 4, 2023)
Our second and third pasta selections at La Salsmenteria restaurant in Bologna was the traditional Tagliatelle al ragù alla Bolognese consisting of tagliatelle pasta and a rich ragù made with beef (and sometimes pork) and tomatoes. And, the second melt in my mouth pasta was the delicious Lasagna Bolognese. The green hue of the pasta comes from incorporating spinach. There’s also Bolognese ragù, a slow-cooked meat sauce and creamy white sauce béchamel with plenty of grated Parmigiano cheese. (May 4, 2023)
People sitting at the outdoor tables of restaurants for a late lunch in Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
Walking through the streets and alleyways of Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
Wooden porticoes are an example of how early porticoes looked in Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
Walking through the busy historical and city center of Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
Walking through the busy historical and city center of Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
It looks like a vast outdoor tunnel of porticos in Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
Our last stop on the food tour was for gelato at the Cremeria Mascarella in Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
I seem to be stuck on the beautiful porticos of Bologna. (May 4, 2023)
Ending my day in Bologna in portico and food bliss. (May 4, 2023)

Italy Day 18: Bologna and its Basilica, Churches & More

We’ve come to the end of our stay in Bologna. How quickly time flies when I’m surrounded by so much history, art and food all within a 10 to 15 minute walking distance. I love being at the center of so much culture.

For now, Alice and I say goodbye with a look at several churches and a little more of the city of Pasta.

Arrivederci Bologna! Ciao Firenze or Florence!

Alice and I getting in a selfie on this beautiful day in Bologna in front of San Colombano in Bologna. (May 5, 2023)
The Church of San Colombano in Bologna is a monastic complex founded, according to tradition, in 616. It was deconsecrated in 1798 and is now a complex of three rooms, a church, a chapel and a crypt. And, throughout the complex is the collection of some 90 pieces of musical instruments from the Luigi Ferdinando Tagliavini Collection It including harpsichords, spinets, pianofortes and clavichords. (May 5, 2023)
The main nave of the church from the balcony at San Colombano in Bologna and some pieces from the Tagliavini collection. The church area, now deconsecrated, was being set up for a meeting. (May 5, 2023)
The Oratory of San Colombano in Bologna was built in 1591 above the church and contains frescoes of the Passion and Resurrection of Christ along with instruments from the Tagliavini collection. (May 5, 2023)
Frescoes from the Passion and Resurrection of Christ inside the Oratory of San Colombano in Bologna. (May 5, 2023)
Frescoes from the Passion and Resurrection of Christ inside the Oratory of San Colombano in Bologna. (May 5, 2023)
A Pianoforte in the shape of a harp lying down from the Tagliavini collection circa 1780 in the Oratory of San Colombano in Bologna. (May 5, 2023)
Thanks Alice for this photo of me doing my thing, taking many, many photos. This time I’m admiring and taking photos of the beautiful frescoes from the Passion and Resurrection of Christ inside the Oratory of San Colombano in Bologna while being surrounded by instruments of the Tagliavini collection from the 1600s to the 1800s. (May 5, 2023)
The Passion and Resurrection of Christ frescoes in the Oratory of San Colombano in Bologna along with a harpsichord circa 1686 from the musical instruments collection of include scenes from the Passion and Resurrection of Christ. (May 5, 2023)
The Chapel ofOur Lady of Prayer adjacent to the church of San Colombano in Bologna was begun in 1591. (May 5, 2023)
The Chapel ofOur Lady of Prayer adjacent to the Church of San Colombano in Bologna was begun in 1591. (May 5, 2023)
The Chapel of Our Lady of Prayer of the Church of Saint Colombano in Bologna was built around the image of Our Lady, painted by Lippo di Dalmasio in 1399 and placed on the outside wall of the Church of St. Colombano. The brotherhood of Our Lady of Prayer erected the chapel in dedication to Our Lady and its foundation stone was laid on 5th August 1591. (May 5, 2023)
The Roman 12th century crypt below the San Colombano in Bologna was discovered in 2007 during restorations that brought to light a 13th century fresco depicting the Crucifixion of Christ attributed to Giants Pisano. (May 5, 2023)
The Roman 12th century crypt below the San Colombano in Bologna was discovered in 2007 during restorations that brought to light a 13th century fresco depicting the Crucifixion of Christ attributed to Giants Pisano. (May 5, 2023)
The Roman 12th century crypt below the San Colombano in Bologna was discovered in 2007 during restorations that brought to light a 13th century fresco depicting the Crucifixion of Christ attributed to Giants Pisano. (May 5, 2023)
Sites of Bologna. (May 5, 2023)
Sites of Bologna and its many porticos. (May 5, 2023)
Sites of Bologna and its many porticos. (May 5, 2023)
The Madonna di Galliera church with a Renaissance facade and Baroque interiors has, in writing over the portal door entrance, the name Chiesa di Filippini Madonna di Galliera e Filippo Neri in Bologna. A first church was built in 1304 then in 1479 it was rebuilt in Renaissance style and then the facade began to be rebuilt in 1510. More work was done on the interior in 1684 and then during World War II, the church did suffer some damages. (May 5, 2023)
Inside the the Madonna di Galliera church in Bologna. (May 5, 2023)
Inside the the Madonna di Galliera church in Bologna. (May 5, 2023)
The beautiful ceiling inside the Madonna di Galliera church in Bologna. (May 5, 2023)
The main altar inside the Madonna di Galliera church in Bologna. (May 5, 2023)
The San Pietro Cathedral also known as the Bologna Cathedral in Bologna is dedicated to Saint Peter. Most of the present building dates from the 17th century, with a few parts from the late 16th century. (May 5, 2023)
The San Pietro Cathedral also known as the Bologna Cathedral in Bologna is dedicated to Saint Peter. Most of the present building dates from the 17th century, with a few parts from the late 16th century. (May 5, 2023)
Inside the enormous San Pietro Cathedral or Bologna Cathedral in Bologna. (May 5, 2023)
A close-up of the high altar inside the San Pietro Cathedral or Bologna Cathedral in Bologna. (May 5, 2023)
The curved ceiling above the high altar inside the San Pietro Cathedral or Bologna Cathedral in Bologna. (May 5, 2023)
A side view inside San Pietro Cathedral or Bologna Cathedral in Bologna. (May 5, 2023)
This terracotta sculptured group depicts the Compianto su Cristo morto (“Lament over the Dead Christ”) by Alfonso Lombardi from the early 1500s inside the San Pietro Cathedral or Bologna Cathedral in Bologna. (May 5, 2023)
This terracotta sculptured group depicts the Compianto su Cristo morto (“Lament over the Dead Christ”) by Alfonso Lombardi from the early 1500s inside the San Pietro Cathedral or Bologna Cathedral in Bologna. (May 5, 2023)
One of the many pharmacies in Bologna, this one is from 1814. (May 5, 2023)
One of the many pharmacies in Bologna, this one is from 1814. (May 5, 2023)
Alice and me in front of the Fountain of Neptune at the Piazza dell Nettuno in Bologna. The over-life-size bronze figure of the god Neptune was completed and fixed in place around 1566. (May 5, 2023)