Zita's mummified body lies in a glass shrine inside the Basilica.

BBC: Best city for spring 2011: Lucca, Italy

Between 22 and 29 April, Lucca also pays tribute to another local hero - its patron saint Zita, a 13thcentury serving maid who gave to the poor.

BBC: Best city for spring 2011: Lucca, Italy

Zita Holbourne, of the Public and Commercial Services Union, which is not affiliated to Labour, felt there was a lack of personal chemistry between workers and Mr Miliband's team.

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Legend says that when Zita was caught by her master with food hidden in her apron, the offending items turned to flowers, so Lucca honours her memory each year by filling its squares with blooms.

BBC: Best city for spring 2011: Lucca, Italy