It may surprise you to learn that architectural treasures of unsurpassed beauty can be found in the heart of Modena. So exceptional is this complex of buildings that, in 1997, UNESCO recognized them as a World Heritage Site.
To contemplate these splendid buildings is a jaw-dropping experience, and understanding the story and the particulars of their design will help make clear why this site is so precious—not only for the city of Modena but for all of Europe.
One of the first visits you’ll want to make is to the Cathedral, the Ghirlandina Tower, and the inviting Piazza Grande. The route we suggest here takes you on a journey of discovery to Modena’s World Heritage Site, a delightful complex of structures that are deeply embedded in the hearts and imaginations of Modena’s residents.
The Cathedral The Cathedral of Modena is the symbol of the devotion and worship of the Modena Christian community, built as "the house of San Geminianus", the patron saint of Modena (312-397).
Cathedral Museums Inside the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Modena these museums are of fundamental importance as they are closely linked to the history of the cathedral.
Palazzo Comunale di Modena Modena’s Palazzo Comunale is made up of a seventeenth century unit composed of a series of buildings erected for different purposes in medieval times.
Acetaia Comunale di Modena
Mercato albinelli in modena Food market in the heart of Modena