See Donatello's famous equestrian statue of Erasmo da Narni, considered one of the greatest examples of Italian Renaissance sculpture, at Basilica of St. Anthony. In the historic city of Padua, the church hosts thousands of visitors each year who come to pray at the tomb of St. Anthony or to admire the 15th-century artwork and decor. The church combines Byzantine, Romanesque, and Gothic architecture. Wander the interior to see the grand marble reliefs and frescoes on the church walls. Masses are held frequently at this popular pilgrimage site, so you can attend a service if you like. Put Basilica of St. Anthony at the forefront of your travel plans using our Padua itinerary planning app.
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A beautiful cathedral featuring many historical relics. Came here while we were in Padua for an afternoon and spent a couple of hours here. It’s free to enter. There’s a few street parking spots that.... more
A beautiful cathedral featuring many historical relics. Came here while we were in Padua for an afternoon and spent a couple of hours here. It’s free to enter. There’s a few street parking spots that.... more »
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I have seen many religious sites in my years. St. Anthony is one of the few that succeeds and exceeds. Made me think about the really big why questions with the hint you might find an answer here...
I have seen many religious sites in my years. St. Anthony is one of the few that succeeds and exceeds. Made me think about the really big why questions with the hint you might find an answer here... more »
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One of the largest temples I have seen before. Gorgeous finishes inside, statues, frescoes, stained glass windows. The tomb of St. Anthony inside is a place of worship for locals and thousands of tourists. It's just a MUSEUM! Entrance is controlled, you can not enter in shorts or sleeveless.
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This place is huge. Large number of domes and a vast interior made this place a must visit. Though photography is prohibited, all the locals take photos inside. I was really amazed by the gothic architecture and is very similar to churches in Germany. Overall a very pleasant experience.
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