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History in Bologna

Bologna, in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy, layers its history across churches, castles and archives. The Basilica di San Petronio and the Basilica di Santo Stefano reflect centuries of medieval religious life, while the Basilica di San Domenico marks the city's ties to the Dominican order. The Archeological Civic Museum traces human presence back to prehistory, and the Biblioteca Estense Universitaria holds rare manuscripts and early printed works. Beyond the city, the Castello Estense, Castello di Montecuccolo and Castle of Pico speak to the noble dynasties that shaped this part of the Po Valley.

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