1
Apr
Collegio Alberoni
Collegio Alberoni is no doubt one of the oldest and most legendary institutions of Piacenza.
6
Jan
Vicobarone
The name of this town most probably dates to the Romans. In 1651, P. Maria Campi wrote in Historia Ecclesiastica di Piacenza that the name comes from the latin Vicus Varroni, which literally means Village of Varrone, in honor of an influential roman.
11
Jul
Ulisse Sartini: portrait painter of Popes
Ulisse Sartini derives inspiration from the paintings of the Renaissance as well as his researches of new fields of original creativity such as Embriocosmo
2
May
From Val Tidone to Piacenza: 800 years of history in one day
Eight centuries in a single day is possible, along one of the trails of the soul that lead from Val Tidone to Piacenza.
1
Oct
Veleia Romana archeological site
Veleia Romana is a Roman archeological site situated in the hills of Val Chero about 35 kilometers from Piacenza.
16
Sep
Sant’Agata di Villanova: villa Verdi
Notwithstanding his immense artistic talent and valuable civil commitment, Verdi never disowned his own farm origins and those of his family. Instead he was so proud he dedicated love, passion and money to his estate in Sant'Agata di Villanova.
22
Aug
Four churches to visit in Piacenza
In the IV and V Centuries, thanks to the first Bishops Vittore and Savino, Christianity spread throughout the city of Piacenza: between the VI and XII Centuries many churches were built.
26
Jun
Churches and possessions dedicated to Saint Colombano
Throughout the centuries, a large part of Val Tidone belonged to Saint Colombano and his Abbey. Historic documents do not cover this completely but the numerous churches dedicated to the Saint are evident testimony.
9
May
Route for the soul: Saint Colombano from Bobbio to Pavia
In the VIII century, Saint Colombano’s remains were brought to Pavia. Thus the itinerary Bobbio-Pavia of which there are various testimonies. There is a francigena mountain route from Milan to Pavia to Bobbio, which then follows the abbots way to Pontremoli (Tuscany) and then to Rome
26
Apr
On the tracks of Giovannino Guareschi
Roncole Verdi is well known for being the birthplace of the illustrious and loved Maestro Giuseppe Verdi. At a short distance from the home, now a museum, of the great composer, there is another Home Museum and Center of Study of another very great artist: Giovannino Guareschi.
