Monastero Santa Caterina de'Vigri

Monastero Santa Caterina de'Vigri in Bologna, Italy is a 17th century monastery that serves as a museum today. It was founded in 1680 by Saint Catherine de'Vigri, a Poor Clare nun. It is an early Baroque building built under the guidance of the convent abbess, Sister Gesualda Santucci. The monastery contains spiritual and artistic treasures, such as artwork by Lorenzo Costa, Girolamo da Cremona, and San Ludovico. Many visitors come to visit the beautiful cloister and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere that Monastero Santa Caterina de'Vigri offers. There is a museum onsite that tells stories about the life of Saint Catherine and her unique contribution to the monastery. Along side the museum, the monastery also has a beautiful chapel and spiritual refectory. The combination of art and spirituality make Monastero Santa Caterina de'Vigri a must-see destination in Bologna.