Built to defend against Hungarian invasions in the 10th century, Polpenazze castle was destroyed by the Visconti family at the beginning of the 15th century and reconstructed by Polpenazze in 1426. To allow the construction of the new parish church...
continueAuthorisation from Pope Pio II, conceded in 1400, was necessary for the construction of the parish church of Polpenazze. The parish church of Santa Maria was constructed over almost the whole of the 16th century; it has a Baroque façade designed by...
continueThe church of San Pietro in Lucone, constructed in 1300 on the ruins oa Roman temple, externally has a Romanesque structure made up of gable-roofed façade and rose window, whereas inside we find frescoes dating back to the 15th century.
continueThe church in Picedo, the town hamlet furthest down the valley, is dedicated to Sant'Antonio. This late Romanesque building with its single hall still sports the original gable roof and fired-brick tiles, as well as prized frescoes from the 16th...
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