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Trip Planner:   Europe  /  Italy  /  Lombardy  /  Milan  /  Basilica San Lorenzo Maggiore

Basilica San Lorenzo Maggiore, Milan

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#17 of 233 in Historic Sites in Milan
Church · Hidden Gem · Tourist Spot
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Get a sense of the city when it was the capital of the Western Roman Empire by stepping inside Basilica San Lorenzo Maggiore, the oldest church in Milan, dating back to the 4th century. Visit the Chapel of St. Aquilinus to view ancient Byzantine mosaics. Find the sarcophagus in the chapel said to hold the body of Galla Placidia, daughter of the Roman Emperor Theodosius I. Follow the stairs behind the altar to see pieces of the original foundation, built with materials taken from an old Roman amphitheater. To visit Basilica San Lorenzo Maggiore and other attractions in Milan, use our Milan trip maker tool.
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Basilica San Lorenzo Maggiore reviews

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  • By Manonthemove9
    This church is mainly 14th-century (with an 18thcentury façade) and was built during the reign of Robert the Wise of Anjou. The storyteller Giovanni Boccaccio (1313–75) reputedly based the character.....  more
    This church is mainly 14th-century (with an 18thcentury façade) and was built during the reign of Robert the Wise of Anjou. The storyteller Giovanni Boccaccio (1313–75) reputedly based the character.....  more »
  • By alessandrofL127YD
    Beautiful church built the firsts years of 300 so 1700 years ago. Marvelous the churchyard with beautiful Roman columns , a copy of the statue of Emperor Costantino and a beautiful and scenographic.....  more
    Beautiful church built the firsts years of 300 so 1700 years ago. Marvelous the churchyard with beautiful Roman columns , a copy of the statue of Emperor Costantino and a beautiful and scenographic.....  more »
  • By Ryan S
    Another great religious building in Milan. A very big dome and the basilica is very worth visiting inside as its just as impressive as the inside of the cathedral and the columns of san lorenzo makes....  more
    Another great religious building in Milan. A very big dome and the basilica is very worth visiting inside as its just as impressive as the inside of the cathedral and the columns of san lorenzo makes....  more »
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  • By Dan Jones
    This stunning church at the center of the city is well worth the stop. Inside, some amazing 14th and 15th century paintings, an amazing architecture and absolutely wonderful altarpiece.This Basilica is certainly worth a visit, as is the Diocesan Museum attached and behind the church. Lots of interesting art -- both modern and old.
  • By Patten Welding
    Inside, some amazing 14th and 15th century paintings, an amazing architecture and absolutely wonderful altarpiece.This Basilica is certainly worth a visit, as is the Diocesan Museum attached and behind the church. Lots of interesting art -- both modern and old.This stunning church at the center of the city is well worth the stop.
  • By Tempus Fugit
    A place where one can escape the city life and enjoy the historical place with seating area. Office people enjoy their sandwich while relaxing the green environment.
  • By Kristian Ehlert
    Impressive basilica with remarkable figurines. Square in front of the cathedral seems a popular place to hang out.
  • By Gilberto Rivera
    Come here, have a good time out of the crowded streets and relax
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