Albugnano - Abbazia di Vezzolano

Legends connect the foundation of the Abbazia Santa Maria di Vezzolano to Charlemagne. It does date back to the eighth century and got destroyed in the 10th century by the Saracens.

The complex was rebuilt until 1189 and is documented as an Augustinian monastery from 1095. It was the seat of a community until the 19th century when it was suppressed during the Napoleonic invasion of Italy.

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The cloister was adorned with frescoes, of which the most are lost or very damaged. This one was created within the 14th century and is still pretty much intact. Following the information given the fresco was sponsored by the noble family of Rivalba. Dying Oberto de Rivalba can be identified in the lowest part. This is a warning of "vanitas". Above him are the Magi, who may resemble members of the Rivalbas, adoring the child. Crowned by a Pantokrator.