A journey through the history and art of the medieval complex to discover evidence of local devotion.
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The Sanctuary of the Madonna dell’Olmo, located in Verdellino, is an example of medieval architecture. The structure includes a section dating back to the 11th century and a cycle of frescoes depicting the story of the Virgin Mary and the life of Margaret of Antioch. The guided tour offers an opportunity to examine the works of masters such as Fermo Stella and Lucano da Imola, along with decorations created by anonymous artists of the medieval period. The tour focuses on the narrative of the Passion of Christ and the genealogy of Jesus as depicted in the paintings on the sanctuary’s walls.