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What to see in Parma: 10 unmissable places between art, history and nature

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Parma is a city of art, culture and unmistakable flavors. Walking through its streets means taking a journey through centuries of history and architectural masterpieces. If you are planning a visit, here is what to see in Parma to discover the best of this splendid city in Emilia.

Located in the historic center of Parma, Piazza Garibaldi is the hub of city life. A crossroads of history, art and culture, the square is a point of reference for residents and tourists. The H...

In the heart of the Oltretorrente of Parma, along the central Strada d’Azeglio, stands one of the most representative monuments of the city’s history: the Ospedale Vecchio. This extraordinary Renaissa...

A jewel of architecture and historyLocated in the historic center of Parma, the Church of San Francesco del Prato is one of the most important religious buildings in the city. Founded in the...

The construction of the Basilica of Santa Maria Steccata began in 1521 and finished in 1539 and it was dedicated to Mary, mother o Jesus.Since 1718 is the seat of the Order Constantinian. In 2008 it b...

The construction of the Parco Ducale is dued to the Duke Ottavio Farnese, who commisioned the architect Giovanni Boscoli in 1561 to build a new home.In 1690 the Duke Ranuccio Farnese for the wedding o...

The Citadel is a military fortress with a pentagonal shape, built around 1591 by the Duke Alessandro Farnese and finished in 1599 by Duke Ranuccio Farnese.Born as a defensive fortress, it has ram...

The Palazzo della Pilotta, also called simply the Pilotta.The name comes from the game of pelota, practiced by the Spanish soldiers in the courtyard of Guazzatoio, originally said precisely of pelota....

The Regio Theater of Parma is without doubt one of the most important theaters of Italian opera tradition.According to the will of Duchess Maria Luigia, the theater was designed by architect Nicola Be...

The Abbey of San Giovanni was built between 1510 and it was completed in 1519.It was commissioned by Bishop Sigefredo II in a Baroque architectural style.The project was defined by the architect Berna...

The construction of the Baptistery of Parma started in 1196 and ended in 1270.The original project was defined by Benedetto Antelami who began the decorations in 1196 (see inscriptions on the portal)....

The Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta is located in the Cathedral Square next to the Baptistry and in front of the Bishop Palace.In June 1834 Pope Gregory XVI has declared it minor basilica. ...

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