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Similar to Bologna, many of Modena's buildings contain arched porticoes over the pavements. Although not as extensive as Bologna, Modena's porticoes are nevertheless widespread and cover many streets around the historic centre. The most famous among them is that of il Collegio San Carlo, on Via Emilia. Walking around the city, I came across two porticoes where the vaulted ceilings were painted with beautiful, albeit fading, frescoes. They are shown in the attached photos, along with other porticoes.
Updated Nov 8, 2010
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The statue to poet Alessandro Tassoni stands on the little piazzeta, right beneath the Ghirlandina. Tassoni is known for his famous mock-heroic poem "La secchia Rapita" (The stolen Pail), inspired by the Pail, which original being held in the Town Hall.
Written Nov 6, 2004
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University of Modena is an massive three-storied building situated in Via Canal Grande. The building was designed by the architect Andrea Tarabusi in 1774 according to the wishes of Francesco III d'Este.
The Athenaeum of Modena was established in 1175 when Pilio da Medicina was asked to run courses in jurisprudence.
Written Nov 6, 2004
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The Storchi Theatre is situated in a widening called Largo Giuseppe Garibaldi, on the outskirt of the old core of the town. The theatre mainly performing non-opera shows, looks onto widening Garibaldi.
Written Nov 6, 2004
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The building of the City Theatre, recently restored, was designed by Francesco Vandelli and officially opened in 1841.
The portal on the front facade, in meo-classical style, is surmounted by a balcony while a series of panels representing plays written by Modenese authors.
Written Nov 6, 2004
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Try and catch Modena City Ramblers, the top Italian band in the eyes (ears) of yours truly. They combine Italian and Irish meloses, which (surprisingly) yields wonderfully energetic and heartfelt music. Learn more at www.ramblers.it, where the photo is originally located too.
Updated Aug 25, 2002
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Try and catch Modena City Ramblers, the top Italian band in the eyes (ears) of yours truly. They combine Italian and Irish meloses, which (surprisingly) yields...
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Q: Are there lockers available which can store moderate to large sized suitcases? Or are there other types of luggage storage...
A: Trenitalia does not report Left Luggage services at Modena's train station. Also, the official municipal tourism website says nothing about luggage storage at the tourism...
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During one of my regular visit to Verona, in November 2004, I made a day trip to Modena intending also to visit nearby Maranello, which is hometown of Ferrari. Unfortunatelly, I had bad weather...
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Modena is an ancient town in Emilia-Romagna, 40km northwest of Bologna. It is a charming place, with lovely arched porticos and a magnificent main square. We have now visited Modena twice and highly...
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Modena is a gentle city, and the people who live there show it by their smiles and courteous attitudes. A pleasant walk around the city followed by a discovery of the cuisine that is treasured by its...
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I was in Modena just for one day, I might have been very lucky but I left with a good feeling about it. Not too much traffic, lots of bike lane, smiling and courtesy people and a general feeling of a...
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Modena was the second of my two whirlwind trips when I went to Bologna to see my friends Courtney and Stefan (see my Bologna and Florence pages). I came here with few expectations on the advice of...
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