Cathedral of Catanzaro

The Cathedral of Catanzaro rises 42 meters high and features a modern rationalist architecture with clean lines and functional design elements.

Founded in 1121, the cathedral endured multiple reconstructions after damage from earthquakes in 1638 and 1783, followed by World War II bombings in 1943.

The cathedral houses a collection of silk fabrics from the 1500s to 1800s, including the Pianeta of Borgia, commissioned by Pope Alexander VI.

Located in the heart of Catanzaro at coordinates 38.904959, 16.591932, the cathedral remains an active place of worship for religious ceremonies.

Architects Franco Domestico and Vincenzo Fasolo contributed to the cathedral's modern design, incorporating rationalist principles into its reconstruction.

Location: Catanzaro

Inception: 1121

Architects: Franco Domestico, Vincenzo Fasolo

Architectural style: rationalism

Height: 42 m

Address: Piazza Duomo 88100 88100

Website: https://diocesicatanzarosquillace.it/arcidiocesi/duomo_catanzaro.htm

GPS coordinates: 38.90496,16.59193

Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:35