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Giostra di Piazza Matteotti: A Modern Modena Square

Discover Piazza Matteotti in Modena: a blend of history, architecture, and central access to cultural treasures.

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Piazza Matteotti, opened in 1933, is a centrally located square in Modena, Italy, featuring architecture in the fascist rationalist style. It offers views of the Ghirlandina tower and provides access to historical and cultural landmarks.

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Piazza Giacomo Matteotti, Modena, Province of Modena, 41121, IT

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    Getting There

    Walking

    Piazza Matteotti is located in the heart of Modena's historical center, making it easily accessible on foot from most central locations. From Piazza Grande, walk east along Via Emilia Centro. The piazza will be on your left after a few blocks. No costs are involved.

    Public Transport

    Several bus lines stop near Piazza Matteotti. Check the SETA bus line website for the most up-to-date schedules and routes. A single urban ride costs €1.50, and can be purchased directly on the bus using a contactless credit card.

    Taxi

    Taxis are available throughout Modena. A short taxi ride from the Modena train station to Piazza Matteotti will typically cost between €10-€15.

    Local tips

    Take a moment to admire the architecture around the square, reflecting the rationalist style of the 1930s.
    Enjoy the views of the Ghirlandina tower through the trees in the piazza.
    Visit the Chiesa del Voto and Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista, located side by side on the square.

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    Piazza Matteotti is a public square in Modena, Italy, inaugurated in 1933 after demolishing older buildings that once stood between the Voto and San Giovanni Battista churches. The square's design reflects the fascist rationalist architectural style prevalent during its construction, initially named Piazza Impero. Today, Piazza Matteotti serves as a focal point in Modena, offering access to several significant landmarks. Palazzo Ferrari, located on the square's right side, features a notable 16th-century stone portal. The square also provides picturesque views of the Ghirlandina, Modena's iconic tower, framed by the square's trees. The square is named after Giacomo Matteotti, an Italian socialist politician assassinated by fascists in 1924.
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