Lombardy's Most Stunning Churches
Lombardy’s ecclesiastical landscape spans nearly two millennia of history, showcased through early Christian basilicas, Romanesque monasteries, and Gothic cathedrals. The list features architectural landmarks like Milan’s marble-clad Duomo and the Renaissance illusionism of Bramante’s San Satiro. Key highlights include the UNESCO-listed Santa Maria delle Grazie, home to Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper, and the unique ossuary of San Bernardino alle Ossa. From the Romanesque circular Duomo Vecchio in Brescia to the lakeside hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso, these sites represent the region's diverse spiritual and artistic evolution.
A Milan Cathedral
Historic Gothic cathedral known for its impressive architecture, extensive sculptures, and panoramic terraces offering views of the city.
B Certosa di Pavia Monastery
The Certosa di Pavia is a monastery and complex in Lombardy, Northern Italy, situated near a small town of the same name in the Province…
C Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio
Historic Romanesque Catholic church dating back to the 4th century, known for its architectural beauty, mosaics, and religious significance.
D Basilica of San Lorenzo
Early Christian basilica with a distinctive square-shaped layout, notable for its ancient Roman colonnade, dome, and mosaics.
E Basilica Sant'Andrea
The Basilica of Sant'Andrea is a Roman Catholic co-cathedral and minor basilica in Mantua, Lombardy.
F San Salvatore-Santa Giulia
San Salvatore is a former monastery in Brescia, Lombardy, northern Italy, now turned into a museum.
G Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
Bergamo Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Bergamo, Italy, dedicated to Saint Alexander of Bergamo, patron saint of the city.
H Cremona Cathedral
Cremona Cathedral, dedicated to the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, is a Catholic cathedral in Cremona, Lombardy, northern Italy.
I Cathedral of Como
Como Cathedral is the Catholic cathedral of the city of Como, Lombardy, Italy, and the seat of the Bishop of Como.
J San Maurizio Church
San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore is a church in Milan, Northern Italy.
K Santa Maria presso San Satiro Church
Santa Maria presso San Satiro is a church in Milan. The Italian Renaissance structure houses the early medieval shrine to Satyrus, brother…
L Church of St Maria delle Grazie
Historic basilica known for its Renaissance and Italian Gothic architecture and housing Leonardo da Vinci's famous mural The Last Supper. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a minor basilica significant for art, history, and religion.
M Monza Cathedral
The Duomo of Monza, often known in English as Monza Cathedral, is the main religious building of Monza, Italy.
N Santa Caterina del Sasso
Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso is a Roman Catholic monastery located in the municipality of Leggiuno, in the Province of Varese and…
O Colleoni Chapel
The Cappella Colleoni is a chapel and mausoleum attached to the Basilica of St. Mary Major in the northern Italian city of Bergamo.
P Church of San Bernardino alle Ossa
San Bernardino alle Ossa is a church in Milan, northern Italy, best known for its ossuary, a small side chapel decorated with numerous…
Q Rotonda di San Lorenzo
The Rotonda di San Lorenzo is a religious building in Mantua, Lombardy.
R Old Cathedral, Brescia
The Duomo Vecchio or Old Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church in Brescia, Italy; the rustic circular Romanesque co-cathedral stands next to…
S Church of Sant'Abbondio
The Basilica of Sant'Abbondio is a Romanesque-style 11th-century Catholic basilica church located in Como, region of Lombardy, Italy.
T Church of San Michele Maggiore
The Basilica of San Michele Maggiore is a Roman Catholic church in Pavia, region of Lombardy, Italy.
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