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4 unusual facts about Viadana


Andrea Benatti

Andrea Benatti (born 8 November 1979 in Viadana) is an Italian rugby union player who last played for Aironi in the Pro 12 in Italy.

Bardi Altarpiece

The young Parmigianino, then seventeen, was sent by his family to Viadana to his cousin's house.

Parmigianino

In 1521, Parmigianino was sent to Viadana (along with painter Girolamo Bedoli who was to marry his cousin) to escape the wars between the French, Imperial, and papal armies.

Stefano Rossini

Stefano Rossini (born 2 February 1971 in Viadana) is an Italian footballer, who has played for numerous clubs throughout his career.


Cristian Bezzi

Since then he has captained Viadana to a number of achievements such as the final of the European Shield in 2004 and qualification for the Heineken Cup in 2007.

Rugby Viadana

Aironi was based at Viadana's home ground and represented a number of regional teams in the multi-national Celtic League.

Stuart Moffat

He has played for various clubs during his career including Castres in France, Viadana in Italy and Scottish teams Borders and Edinburgh.

Tenor cornett

In the works of Schütz, Schein, Scheidt, Praetorius, Gabrieli, Viadana and other composers from 16th and 17th century Venice, the tenor cornett appears to have been employed as the 3rd or 4th voice in instrumental and vocal music, usually playing alto or tenor ranged musical parts.


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