The Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore
π The Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore in Milan is absolutely a must-visit experience. The vibrant and fresh classical frescoes are a feast for the eyes, whether you're here to admire the art, take pictures, or feel the religious atmosphere, it's all fantastic, and there's even a depiction of the Last Supper. Friendly old gentlemen will take the initiative to explain to you who is the Duke and who is the Duchess, as this is a tourist-friendly church. π The Chiesa di San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore is a historic Benedictine monastery. The history of this building dates back to the 8th-9th centuries, and the existing architectural form originates from the reconstruction in the 16th century. The church is adorned with rich frescoes, including works in the style of Leonardo da Vinci, pieces by Simone Peterzano, the teacher of Caravaggio, and paintings by Bernardino Luini and his son. π One of the distinctive features of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore is a wall inside that divides the monastery into two parts: a smaller area for the use of the faithful and a larger area for the nuns. The nuns are generally not allowed to cross this wall, but under specific circumstances, they can participate in religious activities through a passage separated by a wire mesh. Additionally, the fresco "The Adoration of the Magi" is located where the original dividing wall stood. π San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore is also famous for its frescoes and is known as the "Sistine Chapel of Milan." The frescoes cover every wall of the church, telling the stories of the lives of the saints, the Passion of Christ, the daily life of the nobility at court, and portraits of the patrons of the works, the Bentivoglio family. #SanMaurizioalMonasteroMaggiore #Italy #Milan #Church #CapturingTheMoment #OffTheBeatenPath #Renaissance #LastSupper
