Oratory of Santa Cecilia

The Oratory of Santa Cecilia is a gem of Roman Catholic architecture in Bologna, Italy. Built in the mid-16th century, the oratory was funded by and dedicated to local noblewoman Cecelia Gonzaga. It boasts an intricately decorated Baroque facade, elegant tiled floors, and grand altars. Windows and doves of the Holy Virgin add to the beauty of the building. Don’t miss the chance to see the highly renowned painting of the Virgin Mary with the Child Jesus from the neorealist artist Cesare Battisti. The church stands as a timeless testimony of Bologna's Baroque history.