⛪ Cathedral, Torre Civica and Piazza Grande, Modena
Romanesque masterpiece and UNESCO World Heritage complex
📋 Fast Facts
- UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997
- Cathedral construction began in 1099; consecrated in 1184
- Designed by architect Lanfranco; decorated by sculptor Wiligelmo
- Located in the historic centre of Modena, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
The Cathedral, Torre Civica (Ghirlandina), and Piazza Grande form a unified UNESCO World Heritage complex in Modena, Italy, recognised for their exceptional artistic and architectural achievement. The three structures represent a rare medieval ensemble where religious, civic, and public functions converge architecturally and spatially. Built over centuries beginning in 1099, they collectively exemplify the Romanesque tradition and bear witness to European cultural values during the medieval ...