One of the first buildings that caught my attention when arriving in Modena was this vibrantly colored building located in Piazzale San Domenico:
To the right of this building ~ the church of San Domenico:
I find myself fascinated by so many of the church buildings in Italy. I loved the colors of this church. I would have liked to take a peek inside. Unfortunately the church was closed when I was there.
More photos of the church of San Domenico:
Another view of the piazzale and statue taken later in the day:
Close up of the statue:
shave ice & gelato 
Wonderful photos, Girasoli! The colours and the light are fantastic.
Lovely statue — it looks like chains had been attached to her wrists at one time, I wonder if something was once displayed along with her?
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Wow, I love those colors! And that statue is very elegant. I always feel very lucky when I find a church open!
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The first photo reminds me of a building in Santa Margherita, decorated with trompe-l’œil. If I remember correctly, you recently posted a photo of this building, maybe for PhotoHunt? I’ve never been to Modena but looking at your beautiful photos has piqued my interest. Love the pictures!
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I meant to say that the photo of the building in SML was the one I remember seeing on the PhotoHunt entry, not this beautiful one from Modena. Sorry for my sloppy writing. I have to learn to write more clearly.
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Beautiful photos, the colors are so Modenese. :)
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What gorgeous, stunning colours! These photos remind me of Pisa in the late afternoon sun…when the buildings just glow with those lovely oranges and yellows.
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Sandra, good question. I had no knowledge of the statue/meaning and since I was only there on a daytrip, I didn’t have much time to find out.
María, ok you are confusing me know :) I have been working on not much sleep lately. The colors are similar. Good memory!
Annie, Leslie & Anne, I think one of the things I loved about Modena was her buildings. I plan to do at least one more post with more views of the city.
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Hi Girasoli, cool photos. And I love all the different angles you took of this beautiful and colorful church!
Have a great evening. Can’t wait to see more of Modena!
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Thanks Kathy. Modena was such a surprise to me.
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