Chiesa di San Lorenzo

This guide to Chiesa di San Lorenzo in Verona begins with the earthquake of 1117 that flattened much of the city, and the rebuild that rose in its place along Corso Cavour, once a Roman road. It traces the alternating bands of pale stone and warm brick added to the apse, and the pair of round towers with spiral staircases raised before the century was out. You'll hear about the carved capitals inside, where eagles grip hares in their talons above the congregation. Look up at the columns as you take in nine centuries of stonework.