Pistoia Cathedral, Romanesque cathedral in Pistoia, Italy
Description
Pistoia Cathedral is a Romanesque church with a three-nave interior and a raised presbytery. The building contains a crypt beneath the main floor, and marble statues of Saints Zeno and James stand at the highest points of its facade.
History
The cathedral is first mentioned in writing in 923, after which major reconstruction took place in the 12th century. This rebuilding followed two fires that damaged the structure in 1108 and 1202.
Culture
The Silver Altar in the Chapel of San Jacopo displays the skilled craftsmanship of Italian goldsmiths across centuries. Visitors can observe the fine details and religious artistry that define this work.
Practical
The cathedral offers audio guides in multiple languages for self-guided exploration of both the main building and the altar. Plan to spend about 45 minutes for a complete visit to see all the details.
Did you know?
The building houses a relic of Apostle James the Greater that arrived from Santiago de Compostela in 1145. This relic is stored in a reliquary crafted by the renowned artist Lorenzo Ghiberti.
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