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The town of Reggio Emilia,
whose streets wind through medieval-type buildings,
lies along the Roman road Via Emilia, and once belonged
to the Longobard duchy.
After the Carolingian conquer the town found itself
under the rule of several succeeding families up
to the 17th century, when it became annexed to the
duchy of Modena. |
Evidence of its past
is found in buildings as the Madonna
della Ghiara Basilica, a jewel of 16th-century
art ornated by frescos of Bolognan school. The
Basilica also hosts the celebrated Guercino's
"Crucifixion".
A traditional weekly market is
held in S. Prospero
square, facing the Balisica by the same name known
for its extraordinary 15th-century wooden choir.
Connoisseurs of fine traditional food and local
specialties will not be disappointed by the shops
in the town centre, which will satisfy any gourmet
visiting the town.
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