Religious site
Santa Maria Maggiore, Bergamo
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Santa Maria Maggiore is one of Bergamo's most significant churches, located in the heart of the Città Alta. Despite its plain exterior, the interior is a masterpiece of Renaissance art and decoration. The church features intricate woodcarvings, a stunning marble choir screen, and frescoes by artists like Lorenzo Lotto and Giovan Battista Moroni. The ornate ceiling is covered in gilded stucco and paintings. Visitors are often awed by the contrast between the simple facade and the lavish interior. The church also houses a museum with religious artifacts and artworks.
Don't miss
- Admire the intricate woodcarvings of the choir stalls
- View frescoes by Lorenzo Lotto in the presbytery
- See the marble choir screen and the baptistery
- Visit the attached museum for religious art
- Notice the unique sundial on the floor
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Santa Maria Maggiore, Bergamo
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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