Let yourself be inspired by the beauty of the territory: Galliate is a small artistic treasure in the Novara area, with its Renaissance castle, churches rich in works of art and the evocative “Sacred Mount of the plains” that offers a unique spiritual and artistic experience.
A little further away, Novara represents an artistic and cultural center to be discovered, a true Piedmontese pearl.
Right in the center of Galliate, in the middle of a vast square, stands an imposing building, surrounded by a wide moat. It is the Visconti-Sforza castle of Galliate, which the Duke of Milan Galeazzo Sforza had built in 1476 on the previous Visconti military fortress.
Located on the same area once covered by the ancient sixteenth-century parish church, it features a three-nave structure and houses the painting by Cuzzio depicting San Pietro and San Paolo and a San Antonio of Padua by Bartolomeo Vandoni.
The country church of San Pietro in Vulpiate, better known as the Varallino sanctuary, recalls on a reduced scale the Sacred Mount of Varallo Sesia, hence the title of “Sacred Mount of the Plains”. The current building stands where there was a small chapel with the image of the Virgin Mary in the act of offering a pear to the Child, considered miraculous: the fresco, from the 15th century, is now visible in the church choir.
The ancient complex of probable sixteenth-century origins stands on the first ledge of the Ticino and overlooks the valley below and the Naviglio Langosco. A historic residence that testifies to the noble elegance of the Renaissance era.
Dome of San Gaudenzio represents the highest expression of Alessandro Antonelli’s genius and one of the most daring masonry buildings in the world, on par with the Turin Mole.
The Cathedral, or Cathedral of Santa Maria, together with the Baptistery, the Bishop’s Palace and the Canonica Cloister constitute one of the most important and fascinating monumental complexes in the city of Novara.
The Castle of Novara is the main military building in the city. Located in the historic center, it faces north onto Piazza Martiri, while on the remaining three sides it is surrounded by public gardens. Today it is a cultural center hosting exhibitions and events in the fascinating setting of its medieval walls
The Broletto Monumental Complex consists of four buildings erected in different periods with heterogeneous architectural, decorative and artistic elements. Its arcades and courtyards tell stories of merchants, nobles and daily life of a bygone era.
A heritage of approximately 25,000 objects including archaeological, historical and artistic items that document the rich cultural heritage of the Novara area from Roman origins to the present day.
A perfectly preserved medieval fortress that dominates the hills of Novara, offering romantic views and a dive into the era of knights and court ladies.
A UNESCO World Heritage site, this ancient Lombard monastery is a jewel of medieval architecture immersed in nature. Its frescoes and watchtower tell a thousand years of spiritual and artistic history.
Elegant historic residence that combines refined architecture with Italian gardens, a perfect synthesis of art and nature in the heart of Lake Maggiore.
The Colossus of San Carlo, a monumental statue 35 meters high that watches over Lake Maggiore, is a work of art and engineering that amazes with its grandeur and beauty.
Our apartments are located in Galliate (Novara), 26 km from Busto Arsizio Nord, 39 km from Fiera Milano Rho, and 42 km from the Torba Monastery.
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