Amalfi Cathedral

Amalfi Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church in the coastal town of Amalfi, Italy, rising above a wide flight of 62 steps. The facade displays alternating bands of light and dark marble with colorful mosaics and delicate tracery, while the interior includes several connected spaces.

Construction began in the 9th century as a Romanesque basilica and expanded over the following centuries, adding Arab-Norman, Gothic, and Baroque elements. The current facade dates from the 19th century and replaces an earlier structure that had partially collapsed.

The name honors Saint Andrew the Apostle, whose relics rest in the crypt and draw believers from across Europe. The lower church with its golden ceilings and marble columns invites quiet prayer and remains an active place of devotion.

Access is through the atrium at the top of the staircase, which opens to the bell tower, the Cloister of Paradise, and the Church of the Crucifix. The steps can be slippery when wet, so sturdy footwear is advisable.

The bronze doors were cast in Constantinople before 1066 and rank among the oldest surviving examples of this craft in post-Roman Italy. They display religious scenes in separate panels and were transported across the Mediterranean to Amalfi.

Location: Amalfi

Inception: 9 century

Architects: Enrico Alvino

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 40.63444,14.60306

Latest update: December 19, 2025 23:05