San Petronio Basilica
Guide
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FreeChurchAllow 30–45 minPut together by AI from open data
What you'll see
One of the largest churches in the world, with a long sundial line set into the floor that marks noon as a beam of light crosses it.
A brief history
Begun in 1390 and meant to be bigger than St Peter's in Rome, it was never finished: the Pope diverted the money, which is why the front is still half bare brick.
Tips
- Best time
- Around midday, for the sundial
- Cost
- Free (check)
- Allow
- 30–45 min
- Free days
- Usually free
- Hours
- Usually daytime, with a midday break (check)
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