Santa Maria delle Grazie
Milan, Italy
The Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan is a Renaissance-Gothic Dominican temple, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Its construction began in 1463, and the tribune was designed by Donato Bramante in the 1490s. In the adjacent refectory, there is Leonardo da Vinci's famous mural, "The Last Supper," completed in 1498. This work, measuring 460 by 880 centimeters, depicts a scene from the Gospel of John. A visit to this place allows for direct engagement with one of the most important works of Renaissance art and Bramante's architecture.
- Visit time: 1 h
- Local name: Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie
What to look for
- Leonardo da Vinci's mural "The Last Supper" in the refectory
- The Renaissance tribune of the church, designed by Donato Bramante
- The 15th-century architecture of the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie
Before you go
- Best time: Morning or late afternoon
- Crowds: The largest crowds occur during midday and on weekends. Ticket reservation well in advance is necessary.
- Note: Strict time limit for visits (15 minutes per group) and no flash photography allowed. Online reservation is required.
Good to know
- Leonardo da Vinci used an experimental painting technique on a dry wall, which contributed to the rapid deterioration of "The Last Supper" as early as the 16th century.
- During World War II, in 1943, the church was severely damaged by bombing, but the wall with "The Last Supper" survived thanks to protective measures.
Sources: pl.wikipedia.org, cenacolovinciano.org
How long does it take to visit Santa Maria delle Grazie?
Plan about 1 h.
Nearby
- Casa Atellani — 30 m
- Leonardo da Vinci National Museum of Science and Technology — 310 m
- Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio — 520 m
- Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore — 610 m
- Triennale di Milano — 700 m
- Branca Tower — 840 m
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