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Cavour Square

Vercelli is a lovely city center of modest size but with a unique charm: worth seeing are the central Piazza Cavour, the porticoes, the Basilica of Sant’Andrea with the 10th century “Vercelli Book”, the metropolitan cathedral of Sant’Eusebio and the “Arca” exhibition center near the church of San Marco.

The cathedral of Sant’Eusebio, patron saint of Vercelli and Piedmont, boasts ancient origins, but its current appearance is the result of numerous restorations. In Roman times, there was a necropolis here where San Teonesto, the first Christian martyr of Vercelli, a victim of Diocletian's persecutions, was buried. Next to him, Sant’Eusebio was laid to rest in his honor. Tradition has it that the basilica was founded by Emperor Theodosius I, but the barbarian invasions caused serious damage, requiring subsequent reconstruction work. Thanks to its position on the Via Francigena, the cathedral has become a fundamental stop for pilgrims over the centuries, a testimony made evident by the precious relics preserved inside, including those of Thomas Beckett.

Vercelli square seen from under the portico

Square seen from the portico

Pilgrim hostel in Vercelli

Magnificent outing in the rice fields of the Po 😊

The original building dates back to the sixteenth century and belonged to the Priory of San Graziano, hence its name. Over the centuries, various interventions have taken place, the last towards the end of the eighties, which were considered by many to be too invasive and disrespectful to the original architecture. Today, however, this small rectangular cloister is appreciated for the contrast of its tranquility, located a stone's throw from one of the most central streets of the city. The groups of four columns are in good condition, apart from some local damage, as are the arches and cross vaults of the portico. Source: museionline.info/tipologie-museo/antico-chiostro-di-san-graziano