Cathedral of Como, Cathedral in the historic center of Como, Italy
The Duomo - Cathédrale de Côme is a cathedral in the historic center of Como, near the lake, built on the site of a former bishop's palace. Its interior holds tapestries, stone and wood sculptures, Renaissance altars, and two large Baroque organs with decorated wooden casings.
Construction of the cathedral began in 1396 and continued for more than three centuries, with each period leaving its mark on the building. The dome, the final major element, was completed in 1744 to a design by Filippo Juvarra.
The cathedral stands on Piazza del Duomo, the main square of Como, where locals and visitors meet daily. During religious festivals, the square fills with lights and banners, and the church becomes the center of community life.
The cathedral is a short walk from Como's main train station and easy to reach on foot from most parts of the historic center. Visiting on a weekday gives more time to explore the interior, as opening hours on weekends tend to be shorter.
The two main organs date mostly from the 17th century, but the oldest document mentioning an organ in the building goes back to 1441. They are still played today during services and concerts, kept in working order through several rounds of restoration.
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