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Completed. 1099. The Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio (official name: Basilica romana minore collegiata abbaziale prepositurale di Sant'Ambrogio) [1] is an ancient Romanesque -style, Roman Catholic church in the center of Milan, region of Lombardy, Italy .
Over the centuries, the Basilica, which immediately became a pilgrim destination, grew in importance amongst the other Milan churches. In 784, the archbishop of Milan, Pietro, founded a Benedictine monastery dedicated to the saints Protasius, Gervasius and Ambrose next to the Basilica.
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Sant’Ambrogio Basilica, basilica in Milan, Italy, that is an outstanding example of Lombard Romanesque architecture. Although the church was originally built between 379 and 386, the earliest portions of the present structure date from the 9th and 10th centuries. The rebuilt vaulted nave and aisles.
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May 19, 2024 · The Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio is an ancient basilica in Milan ️ Founded by the patron saint of the city, Saint Ambrose of Milan ️ N°1 Milan Guide.
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Dec 6, 2023 · by Dr. Steven Zucker and Dr. Beth Harris. An ancient sacred space in modern Milan, Sant'Ambrogio. Basilica of Sant’Ambrogio, Milan, consecrated 379, present structure c. 1080–99, nave rebuilt c. 1128–44; atrium, 9th century, left tower 1199 and late 19th century, right tower, 9th century.
Ambrose died on the night between 3 and 4 April 397 and was buried to the left of the martyrs Protasius and Gervasius in the basilica that carries his name. The entire populace of Milan attended his funeral, and the city has remained profoundly tied to the memory of its patron saint ever since. Ambrose writing his works, inspired by an angel ...
