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Beautiful, well-kept watermill with double paddle wheel, set in the middle of the town's gardens.

The ancient sanctuary was built in the first half of the 13th century and is located near the Agogna stream. Legend has it that the Madonna appeared here in the 13th century to save a little girl who was about to drown in the swollen stream. It is dedicated to unborn life; in fact, mothers from the area come here to ask for a blessing for their children.

A dignified, impressive building in a wonderful park. A must-see.

Madonna della Bozzola, sanctuary on the Via Francigena

The Chiesa di San Martino Vescovo is the parish church of Tromello, located in the province of Pavia and belonging to the diocese of Vigevano. This church, dedicated to Saint Martin of Tours, has a rich history and eclectic architecture. Here are some of its features: Exterior: The facade of the church has a striking cotto structure with frescoes in the lunettes of the portals. Above the portals is a large painting depicting Saint Martin and the Poor Man. The adjacent square bell tower is divided into several levels and has an elegant cupola. Interior: The interior of the church consists of three naves with pillars supporting arches. Notable works of art include: An altarpiece depicting Our Lady of the Rosary, painted by Guglielmo Caccia. Two canvases depicting the Madonna with Saints and the Descent from the Cross, made by Giovanni Battista Crespi. Other paintings by Pietro Ramella and Paolo Maggi.

Tromello is located on the right bank of the Terdoppio stream and was indicated in ancient times as a crossroads on the route of the Via Romea, which from Pavia joins Gaul. The historical route of the Via Francigena passes through the centre of the city, coming from Mortara and then going to Pavia.

The Strada Nuova in Pavia is a historic street dating back to Roman times. The name “Strada Nuova” does not suggest it, but it is actually the oldest street in Pavia. The street is 1,195 meters long and runs from the Ponte Coperto to the Castello Visconteo. The Roman street plan is still clearly visible in present-day Pavia. The Strada Nuova is particularly lively and rich in shops and boutiques.

The raised choir above a crypt houses the tomb of St Augustine** (354-430). This masterpiece of 14th century Lombardy sculpture is adorned with 95 statues and 50 bas-reliefs. To the right of the main altar, a pillar contains the tombstone of the Lombard king Liutprand.