The Cathedral of Spoleto: a masterpiece of art and history

Il Duomo di Spoleto: uncapolavoro di arte e storia

Spoleto Cathedral: a masterpiece of art and history.
Spoleto Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, is one of the architectural jewels of Umbria. Located in the heart of the city of Spoleto, this magnificent building is an extraordinary example of Romanesque architecture, enriched with Gothic and Renaissance elements.
The construction of the Cathedral began in the 12th century, after the destruction of the previous cathedral by the troops of Frederick Barbarossa. The façade, completed in 1207, is characterized by a Byzantine mosaic depicting Christ Blessing, the work of the master Solsternus. This mosaic is one of the oldest and most precious examples of Byzantine art in Italy.
The interior of the Cathedral is equally fascinating, with a central nave and two side naves that lead to the apse frescoed by Filippo Lippi. The frescoes, created between 1467 and 1469, narrate episodes from the life of the Virgin Mary and are considered among the masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance. The cathedral also houses a 12th-century crucifix by Alberto Sozio and a 14th-century polychrome wooden statue of the Madonna.
Next to the cathedral stands the bell tower, built in the 15th century, which offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the city of Spoleto. The cathedral complex also includes the Diocesan Museum and the Basilica of Sant’Eufemia, which houses works of sacred art and historical artifacts of great value.
The Spoleto Cathedral is not only a place of worship, but also a center of cultural activities. Every year, the cathedral hosts concerts, exhibitions and events that attract visitors from all over the world. The “Art of the Spirit” itinerary allows you to explore the monumental complex in depth, admiring the works of art up close and discovering historical curiosities.
Visiting the Spoleto Cathedral is an unforgettable experience. Whether you are a history buff, an art lover or simply looking for a place of peace and reflection, you will find in this cathedral a treasure trove of beauty and spirituality.

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Il Duomo di Spoleto: uncapolavoro di arte e storia

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The cathedral was built between 1151 and 1227 on the site of a pre-existing building; it was part of the Vaita De Domo. It was consecrated by Pope Innocent III in 1198. Inside, in the apse, there is the valuable cycle of frescoes by Filippo Lippi Stories of the Virgin, painted in the last years of the artist's life, between May 1467 and September 1469.
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The Cathedral of Spoleto: a masterpiece of art and history – Cathédrale de Spolète : un chef-d’œuvre d’art et d’histoire – Catedral de Spoleto: una obra maestra de arte e historia – Catedral de Spoleto: uma obra-prima de arte e história – Kathedrale von Spoleto: ein Meisterwerk der Kunst und Geschichte – Nhà thờ Spoleto: một kiệt tác nghệ thuật và lịch sử

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The magnificent Spoleto Cathedral and its churchyard

Il magnifico Duomo di Spoleto ed il suo sagrato

The magnificent Cathedral of Spoleto and its churchyard.
If you find yourself in Spoleto, you cannot miss a visit to the magnificent Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, also known as the Cathedral of Spoleto. This masterpiece of Romanesque architecture, built between 1151 and 1227, is the city's main place of worship and an Italian national monument.
The cathedral's façade is a real spectacle, with its central rose window and golden mosaics that sparkle in the sun. Inside, you can admire frescoes by Filippo Lippi, which tell the stories of the Virgin Mary, and works by Pinturicchio.
Every year, during the Festival dei Due Mondi, the cathedral becomes one of the most evocative places of the event, hosting concerts and shows that pay homage to its beauty and history.
Don't miss the opportunity to visit this extraordinary example of art and spirituality. The Cathedral of Spoleto awaits you for a journey through time and beauty!

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Where is the cathedral located:

The cathedral was built between 1151 and 1227 on the site of a pre-existing building; it was part of the Vaita De Domo. It was consecrated by Pope Innocent III in 1198. Inside, in the apse, there is the valuable cycle of frescoes by Filippo Lippi Stories of the Virgin, painted in the last years of the artist's life, between May 1467 and September 1469.
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The magnificent Spoleto Cathedral and its churchyard – La magnifique cathédrale de Spolète et son cimetière – La magnífica catedral de Spoleto y su cementerio – A magnífica Catedral de Spoleto e o seu adro – Die prächtige Kathedrale von Spoleto und ihr Kirchhof – Nhà thờ Spoleto tráng lệ và sân nhà thờ của nó

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The interior of the Cathedral of Parma

L'interno del Duomo di Parma e la magnificenza degli affreschi

The interior of the Parma Cathedral and the magnificence of Correggio's frescoes.
The magnificence of the interior of the Parma Cathedral (whose official name is the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta) leaves the visitor literally speechless.
The large central nave, whose vault is decorated with frescoes by Girolamo Bedoli-Mazzola, and above all the dome with the exceptional fresco of the Assumption of the Virgin by Correggio.

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The internal surface of the dome was entirely frescoed with the Assumption of the Virgin by Antonio Allegri, known as Correggio, between 1524 and 1530 approximately.
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The interior of the Cathedral of Parma and the magnificence of the frescoes – L’intérieur de la cathédrale de Parme et la magnificence des fresques – El interior de la Catedral de Parma y la magnificencia de los frescos – O interior da Catedral de Parma e a magnificência dos afrescos – Das Innere der Kathedrale von Parma und die Pracht der Fresken – Nội thất của Nhà thờ lớn Parma và vẻ tráng lệ của những bức bích họa – 帕尔马大教堂的内部和华丽的壁画 – パルマ大聖堂の内部とフレスコ画の素晴らしさ

The beautiful facade of the Parma Cathedral and its bell tower

La bella facciata del Duomo di Parma ed il suo campanile

The beautiful facade of the Cathedral of Parma and its bell tower.
The most important church of the ducal city of Parma.
It replaces the even older church destroyed by a fire around the year 1000.

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La bella facciata del Duomo di Parma ed il suo campanile

Photo taken with Canon EOS M100 and lens Canon EF-M 11-22.

There is also the official website of the Duomo: piazzaduomoparma.com.

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The facade of the cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta overlooks Piazza Duomo, on the opposite side to the Bishop's Palace. It is gabled, with a wall facing in squared stone blocks. The lower part is smooth, without decorations; here the three portals open: the two smaller lateral ones, the larger central one, each of which is slightly splayed and is surmounted by a lunette closed with glass windows.
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The beautiful facade of the Cathedral of Parma and its bell tower – La belle façade de la cathédrale de Parme et son clocher – La hermosa fachada de la Catedral de Parma y su campanario – A bela fachada da Catedral de Parma e sua torre sineira – Die schöne Fassade der Kathedrale von Parma und ihr Glockenturm – Mặt tiền tuyệt đẹp của Nhà thờ Parma và tháp chuông của nó – 帕尔马大教堂的美丽立面及其钟楼 – パルマ大聖堂とその鐘楼の美しいファサード