Fiorenzuola d'Arda

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History

Fiorenzuola d'Arda was one of the main centers of the area during the Middle Ages. Under the Duchy of Parma and Piacenza it was a "middle county" independent from both parties.

Main sights

  • Collegiata of San Fiorenzo, built in the 14th century and remade in the late 15th/early 16th centuries. It was built above the preexisting church of Saint Bonifacio.
  • Church of Beata Vergine di Caravaggio
  • Oratory of Beata Vergine
  • Verdi Theater
  • Church of St. Francis

Sport

The town is represented by Serie C football club US Fiorenzuola.

Twin towns

See also

References

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