Visiting Chiesa di Santa Corona is a captivating experience. This 13th-century Gothic church impresses with its stunning architecture and serene atmosphere, enhanced by beautiful stained glass windows. Notable artworks, including an altarpiece by Paolo Veronese, showcase the region's rich artistic heritage.
The church, dedicated to Saint Corona, offers spiritual insights through its relics and frescoes, making it significant for both pilgrims and art lovers alike. Conveniently located near other attractions, it’s a perfect stop to soak in history and culture. Overall, Chiesa di Santa Corona is a must-see for anyone in Vicenza, blending beauty, history, and spirituality into a...
Read moreSanta Corona is a must-see destination for those visiting Vicenza. A beautiful Gothic church from the 13th century. There's an altarpiece added later and depicting the Baptism of Christ. It was created by the famous Giovanni Bellini and that took him two years to accomplish. There are lots of other frescos worth seeing created by famous Italian artists. One particularly fascinating aspect of Santa Corona is the reliquary containing fragments of the True Cross, which is said to have been discovered by St. Helena, mother of Emperor Constantine, during her pilgrimage to the Holy Land. The reliquary is made of silver and gold and is decorated with intricate patterns and...
Read moreOne of the most beautiful and important church in Vicenza from XIII (used to be dominican convent) with great pieces of art ex. Bellini's Baptise of Christ. Since the church is a state property there is NO FREE ENTRANCE!!! The famous reliquary of the Holy Thorne you may find in Diocese Museum of Vicenza. Both places you can visit with BIGLIETTO UNICO for 15€ that gives you 7 day access to many other museums in Vicenza and Teatro Olimpico. Ticket office is at the entrance to...
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