The Papal Basilica of St. Anthony of Padua is a Catholic church and minor basilica in Padua, Veneto, northern Italy, dedicated to St. Anthony of Padua. Although this basilica is visited by many pilgrims from around the world, it is not the cathedral of the city; that title belongs to the Cathedral of St. Mary of Padua.
The Siena Cathedral, towering over the square of the same name, is one of Italy's most renowned Romanesque and Gothic cathedrals. Stepping inside not only provides a spiritual uplift but also opens the heart to appreciate the beauty and discover one of the city's most precious artistic treasures.
Piazza Inferiore di S. Francesco, 2, 06081 Assisi PG, Italy
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The Basilica is a complex of immense artistic value, comprising two churches stacked upon each other yet harmoniously blended: the Lower Church, low and simple, and the Upper Church, with its bright and slender Gothic appearance. In addition is the crypt containing the Tomb of St. Francis, the heart of the Basilica.
Santa Maria delle Grazie is a church and Dominican convent located in Milan, Italy. The church is known for housing Leonardo da Vinci's famous mural painting, The Last Supper. Santa Maria delle Grazie was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1980. It underwent extensive restoration work in the 20th century and continues to be an important landmark in Milan.
