Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of Mary
Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of Mary, Minor basilica and cathedral in Conversano, Italy
The Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption of Mary is a house of worship with a Latin cross layout and Romanesque features typical of the Apulia region. The building displays characteristic stonework and arch details that define the face of medieval sacred architecture.
The original sanctuary was destroyed by an earthquake in 1348, and the current basilica was built in 1379 as its replacement. This reconstruction shaped the development of Conversano's religious center for the following centuries.
The name honors Mary, the city's patron saint, and this devotion continues to shape religious life in Conversano today. Visitors notice signs of this reverence throughout the church, from the altars to decorations on the walls.
The floor holds a large Roman-era mosaic from antiquity, protected by specially built glass walkways that allow visitors to view it. These paths provide comfortable viewing of the ancient artwork without risking damage.
The bell tower dates from 1030 and was partly built from stones of a nearby Roman amphitheater. This reuse of ancient materials remains visible in the basilica's mosaic today, linking Roman past with medieval present.
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