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The Duomo of Modena, the cathedral of Modena, Italy, is one of the most important Romanesque buildings of Europe and a World Heritage Site

Work on the Cathedral started in 1099 under the direction of the architect Lanfranco, over the site of the sepulchre of Saint Geminianus, Modena's patron saint. Two previous churches were constructed on the site since the fifth century, but they had been both destroyed. The Saint's remains are still exhibited in the cathedral's crypt.

After Lanfranco's work, the Cathedral was embellished by Anselmo da Campione and his heirs, the so-called "Campionese-masters". The current façade therefore exhibits different styles. The majestic rose-window was added by Anselmo in the 13th century, while the two lions supporting the entrance's columns are of Roman age, probably discovered while digging the foundations

The Torre della Ghirlandina is annexed to the church.

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