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Church of Saint Peter

Chiesa di San Pietro

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Long regarded as one of Trapani’s largest churches, noted for its basilica layout and important Renaissance and Baroque artworks.

Map of Church of Saint Peter

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Museums and exhibition spaces

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Fortifications and defensive structures

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