Transromanica - An amazing journey through the ... - Central Europe

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ITINERARY IN MEDIEVAL MODENA
Graziella Martinelli Braglia accompanied a result, characterized by the presence of
numerous youth, in a fascinating journey back in time through a "champion" medieval
city of Modena. The route crossed Corso Duomo, Via S. Euphemia, by Carter and via S.
James. The illustration of the aspects of urban-architecture has been combined in an
exemplary way with the narration of the events of the city through the Middle Ages.
Number of participants: it was calculated a total of about 430 participants in the journey
in three days.
Dwell in the house of San Gemini (October 2)
The guided tour of the Cathedral behind closed doors, by Renato Cavani, an appointment
was particularly appreciated by the audience participating for both the picturesque
evening atmosphere, and for the skillful narration of the aspects of medieval piety. The
rediscovery of the architectural beauty of the cathedral was accompanied by a fascinating
story about how they perceived and inhabited the great "house Geminiano" by men of the
Middle Ages Modena.
Number of visitors: there were about 250 admissions
BOTANICAL GARDEN-University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (Sunday, 26
September)
The conference Archaeobotany medieval, curated by Marta Mazzanti and dedicated
exclusively to the Middle Ages, following the thread of the journey of the pilgrims, was
followed by a particularly public investment, which packed the hall of the University.
After the meeting, was offered an original cocktail "medieval" with samples of plants that
have been discussed in the conference (pomegranate, dogwood, elder), much appreciated
by those present.
Number of spectators were occupied all 40 seats, the maximum capacity of the
classroom.
The project CrossCulTour is implemented
through the CENTRAL EUROPE Programme
co-financed by the ERDF.