We had a wonderful guided tour from a volunteer. A very elegant german lady who lives in the town. As we were there practicing our italian she did the entire tour in italian! A rare and special experience!
We wish we had more time to see the fabulous interior of this church. After coming from France where many churches are quite austere and plain after the Catholic Reformation, the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore Baptistry was full of amazing things to see. We had only 15 minutes before it closed for lunch and we wished that we had had more time. The ceiling was incredible as were the huge tapestries which covered the walls. If we return to Bergamo we will spend the night there and much more time in the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore Baptistry
Beautiful place, what a nice central plaza, you could spend hours here. If you can, get a guided tour to understand more about Bergamo's history!
I went to this basilica in afternoon of the working day and truly enjoyed it. It was such a peaceful place. I just wanted to look around but I stayed more then hour as it was such a wonderful quiet environment.
Do not go to Bergamo without visiting this Duomo! It is a gem. You could spend hours here and see something spectacular at each turn. Very impressive for an under the radar town.
We were actually visiting Bergamo in September 2013 and loved the feel of this city. The new town has wide streets from the train station. It is worth then walking up the narrow cobbled street to the old town and strolling around this part of the city. The church is fantastic - probably the most ornate church we saw during our whole Italian holiday. When we walked into the church our breath was taken away and we didn't know where to look first there was so much to take in. We ate in the nearby piazza and had a fantastic meal at Trattoria Sant'Ambroeus. We strolled to the funicular to the top of the mountain and took a short walk around the road up here stopping for a cool drink and relaxation whilst taking in the views. Also did some great shopping for bags here. as gifts.
Of all religious buildings I have visited this was so fascinating. It's age and unique beauty is worth the visit.
You have to visite it if you are in Bergamo. Is a very beatiful church that will makes you will feel peaceful and relax . Easy to find it in Alta Cita in the main square next to the other important monument Duomo .Dont miss it.
I think this is probably one of the most beautiful churches I have ever seen. The paintings on the ceilings and walls were incredible... This place is a MUST if you are visiting the old city of Bergamo.
Very ornate interior (typical of many churches in Italy) and not really my style although interesting