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Sacra di San Michele, Sant'Ambrogio di Torino

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#4 of 222 in Historic Sites in Province of Turin

Religious Site Historic Site Must See

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Admire the marble "Porta dello Zodiaco," a 12th-century masterpiece, at Sacra di San Michele. Until recent times, skeletons of dead monks were visible at this large religious complex atop of Mount Pirchiriano. You can still walk up the Stairway of the Dead, which is flanked by arches and tombs. Explore the grounds of the Romanesque church and discover ruins from a monastery and an ancient church. After the winding drive to this area, you'll need to take a short, steep walk up from the parking lot. You must wear modest clothing to enter; you can borrow a shawl to cover your shoulders. Our Sant'Ambrogio di Torino trip itinerary planner makes visiting Sacra di San Michele and other Sant'Ambrogio di Torino attractions simple, and helps you make a travel plan personal to you.

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• By DamCar65

  When travelling France <> Italy, I often go via the Montgenèvre pass (on the Briançon/Turin road) and could see this monastery from the motorway. So for once, I made time to visit and was very moved.....  more »

• By Роман К

  Very ancient abbey in the center of Val di Susa is vicible from the freeway so you can't miss it. Nice place to visit in the middle of a vacation but be ready to walk along from the parking, it's...  more »

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