Santo Sepolcro, Romanesque church in Pisa, Italy
Santo Sepolcro is a Romanesque church in Pisa featuring a distinctive octagonal structure with eight pointed arches. These arches support a central drum topped by a cone-shaped spire.
The church was first documented in 1138 and designed by architect Diotisalvi. His design drew inspiration from the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem.
The building carries the symbolic number eight throughout its design, representing the bridge between earthly and divine in Christian architecture. Visitors can recognize this meaning by observing the eight arches and central dome structure.
Access to the church requires planning as it opens during specific hours and is not always available. Entry is free, but the limited opening hours should be factored into your visit schedule.
Inside the church sits a stone well containing a 12th-century bucket linked to Saint Ubaldesca. She was known for caring for pilgrims traveling through Pisa.
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