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Cappella degli Scrovegni
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The sky-blue vault studded with gold stars in this glorious Paduan chapel seems to hover over Giotto’s vibrant frescoes narrating the lives of Mary and Jesus. The Florentine artist (1266–1337) was summoned by Enrico Scrovegni to work on the chapel in 1305–06, to atone for the sins of his late father, a moneylender. Especially noteworthy of the 38 distinct scenes is the Last Judgment on the entrance wall, with ranks of helmeted, haloed and shield-bearing angels. Book well in advance and be prepared to wait in the “decontamination” chamber before the 15-minute visit.
Practical Information
Piazza Eremitani, Padua Bus Nos. 3, 8, 10, 12 049 201 00 20 Open 9am– 7pm daily Online booking:www.capelladegliscrovegni.it Admission charge
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