Novara Cathedral

Novara Cathedral was built between 1863 and 1869 according to the plans of the architect Alessandro Antonelli. The first Christian basilica dedicated to Saint Mary was built between 350 and 400 on the same site where once stood a pagan temple of Jupiter. Between the 11th and 12th centuries, the original cathedral was demolished and in its place, a new cathedral in Romanesque style was built. In the 18th century, on the project of Benedetto Alfieri, the cathedral was gradually restored in the Baroque style, preserving its original structures. The construction of new naves was completed in 1869.

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Vercelli Cathedral

The present building of Vercelli Cathedral was built on the site of a church building dating back to the 4th century. In the second half of the 16th century, Pellegrino Tibaldi, redesigned the building, destroying what was left of the medieval church, including the choir and the presbytery; it was redefined with the construction of chapels on the sides, and new naves, these works were completed in the 18th century.

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Vigevano Cathedral

The construction of Vigevano Cathedral dates back to the 16th century, with a western façade dating back to the 1670s. The original structure was built before the year 1000. The present building was commissioned by Duke Francesco II Sforza around 1530. Construction began in 1532 under the direction of Antonio da Lonate. It was not completed until 1612. The building was consecrated on 24th April 1612.