Cappella di Piazza, Gothic marble chapel at Piazza del Campo, Siena, Italy
The Cappella di Piazza is a Gothic marble chapel built into the base of the Torre del Mangia tower at Piazza del Campo. It features marble columns, Renaissance arches, and wrought iron gates that date from the 14th century.
The chapel was built in 1352 following a devastating plague outbreak that swept through Siena. Giovanni di Cecco finished the Gothic structure and its corner pillars by 1376.
The chapel displays artworks created by Sienese artists across generations. Sculptures and frescoes show how religious art was woven into the daily life of the city square.
The chapel sits at ground level along Piazza del Campo, making it easy to explore while walking around the square. You can examine the marble details and ironwork up close without any barriers to viewing.
The corner pillars were rebuilt several times and incorporate marble pieces from a 13th-century baptismal font that once belonged to the cathedral. This reuse of older materials reveals how Siena recycled its own artistic heritage when creating new structures.
Location: Siena
Inception: 1352
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
GPS coordinates: 43.31821,11.33225
Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:41
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