Cappella degli Scrovegni, A Masterpiece of Giotto's Genius
Piazza Eremitani 8
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Introduction
The Scrovegni Chapel is located in the center of the ancient arena remains and is a typical Roman-style chapel. It is renowned for its exquisite frescoes, particularly the religious-themed works by Giotto, showcasing his talent and soul from ceiling to floor. Giotto is famous for his outstanding achievements during the Italian Renaissance and his exceptional position in European painting history. His 38 frescoes excel in portraying continuous religious stories, making them irreplaceable in Italian painting history. His works include the series of frescoes in Padua and the story of St. Francis in the church of Assisi. The entire set of frescoes depicts the life and deeds of Jesus and Mary, with the most famous work being "The Kiss of Judas", and the entire series is perfectly concluded with "The Last Supper". Opening hours Open hours are from 9:00 to 19:00 year-round. Night visits are available from 19:00 to 22:00 in January, February, June 16-30, July, November, and December 16-31. The site is closed on New Year's Day, December 25th, and 26th.
It is famous for its internal murals
