The San Calimero Monument is a commemorative sculpture located in Largo Crocetta on Corso di Porta Romana in the historic center of Milan. The monument consists of an obelisk topped with a statue of San Calimero, the fourth Bishop of Milan who served from 270 to 280 AD.
The surrounding area is considered a magic-benefic place that protected the Milanese nobility from the plague. This area was used as an open-air church during plague periods, which is why it took the name Crocetta.
Near the monument is the Chiesa del Paradiso. Inside this church is a precious and very ancient Celtic stone. The site remains a significant point of interest for those exploring the history of the city.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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