Novara

Novara is the second most important town in Piedmont.  We were there on a Saturday, September 2010.  The historical centre has a lay back atmosphere.  Old buildings, big and small beautiful squares, churches, ruin of the castle and a tranquil park.  It's nice to spend a day there.  Cafes were full of young people after mid-day.   The town is lively during Saturday afternoon.  A sip of Piedmont's thick hot chocolate is an excellent chill out.


Our first visit point is Basilica of San Gaudenzio, dedicated to the first Christian bishop, Gaudentius of Novara. It has a spectular cupola of a height of 121 metres (397 feet) completed in 1888. The designer is Alessandro Antonelli. His most famous building is Mole Antonelliana in Turin.

Inside the basilica shows precious paintings from Gaudenzio Ferreri.


Another sightseeing point is the cathedral.  It has a huge portal and beautiful courtyard.



Don't miss a very beautiful old house.  Unfortunately, a signage of selling is put upfront.  Hope that it will be preserved.   The park near the ruin of the castle is very green, shady, relaxed as a little haven.  Enjoy!


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