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Sacra di San Michele

Avigliana, Italy
Ranked #1 of 2 attractions in Avigliana
5.0 of 5 stars 46 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
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Neuilly s/Seine
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121 reviews 121 reviews
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75 helpful votes 75 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2012

Easily accessible by train from Turin (Porta Nuova) using the direct train that starts every 30' and stops at Avigliana...where...we had to rent a taxi (EUR 40 return) as no public transportation is availble to access the church. The taxi legft us at the parking place from where you need to walk a further 500 m in an upgoing pedestrian... More

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Grenoble, France
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

Perched at 3,000 ft, this abbey was founded around the year 1,000. Offers wonderful views over the Alps. Just like in the "Name of the Rose" novel and movie (1986), the exterior looks like a fortress The church houses old paintings, frescoes and sculptures. really worthwhile the 2 hr round trip from Torino. More

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Moscow, Russia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 19, 2012
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Usually Sacra di San Michere is being introduced as an official symbol of Piedmote. Well this is true but to understand it you need to feel the spirit of this place. Definitely in worth miles and narrow road when driving there More

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Turin, Italy
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 6, 2012

Visited in January 2012. Cold but extremely clear day. You could see as far as Superga, Turin etc. You half to walk from the parking lot approx. 10 minutes to the ticket office. Handicapped people can drive up (call to advise). Fantastic place, built in honor of Archangel Michael. Spectacular views over Susa Valley and surroundings. Spectacular Building (over 1000... More

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Diano Arentino - Imperia
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2012
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Imperia, Italy
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012
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