• De Amicis wrote "The view of the hill of Superga is largest and most beautiful of his fame." While maintaining clear his religious vocation, the Basilica is a tourist...
  • The Basilica of Superga (Italian: Basilica di Superga) is a hilltop Catholic basilica in Superga, in the vicinity of Turin, Italy. History.
  • Inaugurated in 1731, the Basilica of Superga houses the royal tombs of some members of the House of Savoy; the remains are in fact preserved in a richly...
  • The interior of the Superga Basilica has a Greek cross plan and features six chapels and five altars including the main, spectacular altar.
  • Basilica di Superga, İtalya'nın en önemli barok yapılarından biri olarak kabul edilmektedir ve her yıl binlerce turist tarafından ziyaret edilmektedir.
  • We used the excellent local tram route connecting with the Superga Rack Railway to reach the Basilica.
  • (left) Frontal view; (right) the glacier of Monte Rosa seen through the woods surrounding the Basilica.
  • The Basilica of Superga is an architectural jewel within walking distance of Turin's historic centre.
  • The original plans for the Basilica of Superga included a burial crypt but the plans were temporarily shelved because of funding issues.
  • The Basilica di Superga is free to enter, and visitors are required to wear modest clothing covering shoulders and knees.
  • Located at an altitude of 672 meters, the Basilica of Superga is one of the unmistakable symbols of the city of Turin!
  • Under the basilica is the Royal Crypt of Superga — the burial place of the Savoy family — although once exiled, the family had to make other burial plans.