Discover 5 hidden attractions, cool sights, and unusual things to do in Mirandola (Italy). Don't miss out on these must-see attractions: Bergomi Palace, Castello dei Pico, and Town hall of Mirandola. Also, be sure to include Church of Gesù in your itinerary.
Below, you can find the list of the most amazing places you should visit in Mirandola (Emilia-Romagna).
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Bergomi Palace
The Bergomi Palace is a 14th-century building in Mirandola, in the province of Modena, Italy.
The palace is situated in the south-western corner of Costituente square and it is characterized by a portico and terracotta decorations in Renaissance style, similar to the nearby Town hall: its architectural grandeur and elegance reflect the economic and political power of the ancient Bergomi family that owned the building, originally from the city of Bergamo.
The covered passage of the palace is commonly called "portico of Unica", remembering the old shop of confectionery (produced by the National Union Industries of Chocolate and Related) that was once located there.[1]
Castello dei Pico
The Castle of the Pico is a castle in the city center of Mirandola, in the province of Modena, Italy.
Famous in Europe as a legendary impregnable fortress, it belonged to the House of Pico della Mirandola, who ruled over the city for four centuries (1311-1711) and who enriched it in the Renaissance period with important pieces of art.
The castle, that dominates the long Costituente square and Circonvallazione boulevard (built in place of the ancient walls, demolished during the 19th century), was restored in 2006 after many years of neglect, but was then severely damaged by the 2012 Northern Italy earthquakes, which made it unusable again.[2]
Town hall of Mirandola
The Town hall of Mirandola is a historic public building located in the city center of Mirandola, in the province of Modena, Italy.
Seat of the city government until May 2012, the building is dramatically located at the end of Costituente square and is one of the most recognizable icon of the city of Mirandola, along with the castle of the Pico.[3]
Church of Gesù
Also known as: Chiesa del Gesù
The Church of the Gesù is a Baroque style, Roman Catholic church on via Montanari, in the town of Mirandola, Province of Modena, Region of Emilia Romagna, Italy.[4]
Church of Saint Mary Major
Also known as: Chiesa di Santa Maria Maggiore
The Church of Santa Maria Maggiore is a Gothic Roman Catholic church in the center of the town of Mirandola, province of Modena, Region of Emilia Romagna, Italy.[5]