Basilica of San Domenico (Bologna)

Italy / Emilia-Romagna / Bologna / Piazza San Domenico, 13
 church, basilica, Roman Catholic church

The Basilica of San Domenico is one of the major churches in Bologna, Italy. The remains of Saint Dominic, founder of the Order of Preachers (Dominicans), are buried inside the exquisite shrine Arca di San Domenico, made by Nicola Pisano and his workshop, Arnolfo di Cambio and with later additions by Niccolò dell'Arca and statues from a young Michelangelo.
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Coordinates:   44°29'22"N   11°20'41"E
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