The Ossuary at San Pietro
This ossuary stores the bones of approximately 7,000 soldiers killed in the historic Battle of Solferino.

📜 Ossuary storing the bones of around 7,000 soldiers from the 1859 Battle of Solferino.🔍 Located in the Church of San Pietro, it serves as a solemn reminder of war's aftermath. # Why Go 🕊️ A respectful place for quiet reflection on fallen soldiers.💀 Witness thousands of skulls and bones neatly arranged behind the altar.🌍 Site linked to the founding of the Red Cross, with a nearby museum.🏞️ Offers historical context of the Second War of Italian Unification. # Tips 📍 The town is situated south of Lake Garda and west of Verona.🚶 Walk up to the Rocca for a panoramic view of the historic battlefield.

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