The Basilica di Sant'Andrea in Mantova, Italy, is a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture designed by the renowned architect Leon Battista Alberti. Completed after his death, the basilica stands as a testament to his innovative use of classical elements, featuring a majestic façade reminiscent of a Roman triumphal arch. This grand church is historically significant as it houses a relic of the Holy Blood, said to have been brought back by the Roman centurion Longinus, who pierced Christ's side. The interior is adorned with magnificent frescoes and a striking coffered ceiling, drawing visitors into a space of spiritual and artistic grandeur. The basilica is an active place of worship and a key stop during local religious festivals, making it a central pillar of Mantova's cultural and spiritual life.
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