Rating: 8,6/10 (1230 votes) The Basilica of Superga is a Catholic basilica located on the top of the hill of Superga. In 1706, Victor Amadeus II and Eugene of Savoy watched the siege of Turin from here. a vow to build a temple on a hill in the event of a successful battle. In 1717, construction began on a magnificent domed temple. The author of the project was Filippo Juvarra – master of the late Baroque. Representatives of the House of Savoy were buried within the walls of the basilica, starting with Victor Amadeus II. We also recommend reading Palazzo Piccolomini in Italy, Siena resort Topic: Basilica of Superga in Italy, resort of Turin. |