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2. wanderlog.com › 160575 › best-photo-spots-in-parmaThe 19 best photo spots in Parma - Wanderlog

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   May 20, 2024 · Parma's Baptistery is a beautiful pink marble octagonal structure used for baptisms. The building is ornate with arches, columns, friezes and bas-reliefs that tell the story of Jesus and Mary as well as John the Baptist and other religious scenes.

3. www.savoringitaly.com › parma-italy-travel-guideWhy Parma, Italy Should Be Your Next Italian Getaway

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   May 6, 2024 · Parma Cathedral and Baptistery are both gorgeous. The cathedral has some lovely Romanesque architecture, and the baptistery is a great mix of Romanesque and Gothic styles with fantastic frescoes by Correggio and others in the interior.

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5. wanderlog.com › 120997 › best-churches-in-parmaThe 27 best churches in Parma - Wanderlog

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   May 20, 2024 · Parma's Baptistery is a beautiful pink marble octagonal structure used for baptisms. The building is ornate with arches, columns, friezes and bas-reliefs that tell the story of Jesus and Mary as well as John the Baptist and other religious scenes. It is one of Italy's best examples of the Gothic transition from Romanesque to Renaissance style.

6. facts.net › world › cities30 Facts About Parma - Facts.net

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   May 22, 2024 · Discover fascinating facts, history, and secrets about Parma, Italy with this comprehensive guide. From famous landmarks to culinary delights, delve into the rich culture of this charming city.

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   What is the Baptistery of Parma known for?

   • The Baptistery of Parma. The Baptistery of Parma ( Italian: Battistero di Parma) is a religious edifice in Parma, northern Italy. Architecturally, the baptistery of Parma Cathedral marks a transition between the Romanesque and Gothic styles, and it is considered to be among the most important Medieval monuments in Europe.

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   Why is Parma so famous?

   • During the Second World War the town was heavily bombed, but the inhabitants of Parma, lovers of culture, reconstructed the city and all her important architectural buildings. Today it is a quiet corner of Italy where the wonderful smell of ham wafts through the air and Parmesan cheese is venerated.

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   Why is the name Napoleon related to the city of Parma?

   • The name of Napoleon is also linked to the city of Parma. From 1793 the great military commander began his Italian campaign and by the end of the century he had conquered many different regions including the city of Parma.

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   Who ruled Parma in 1793?

   • From 1793 the great military commander began his Italian campaign and by the end of the century he had conquered many different regions including the city of Parma. Shortly afterwards, he commissioned his second wife Maria Luisa of Hapsburg-Lorraine to govern Parma, and she maintained her influential power until her death in 1847.

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8. www.trip.com › guide › itinerary1 day in Parma: Majestic Art & History Tour | Trip.com

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   May 8, 2024 · Just a stone's throw away, the Baptistery of Parma awaits, offering a glimpse into the religious heritage that shapes the city. Continue to the Chiesa di Santa Maria della Steccata, another ecclesiastical gem that captivates with its sacred art.

9. www.visit-parma.com › en › history-parmaThe history of Parma - Visit Parma

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   May 19, 2024 · The history of Parma. Map of the ancient city of Parma (XIII century) Ancient Parma. Parma is an ancient city. Way back in 183 BC, 2000 Romans founded a colony here, which was an important center of commerce. After Parma, other nearby cities such as Piacenza and Modena were founded.

10. www.finestresullarte.info › en › travelnotebooksMore on Correggio's frescoes in the dome of the abbey church ...

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    May 18, 2024 · Culture of institutional relations, administrative culture, and technical culture that convinces the local Cassa di Risparmio to finance the restoration of one of the most important monuments of the medieval West, the Antelamic Baptistery of Parma.