Colle di Val d'Elsa Cathedral

The cathedral features a Greek cross plan with a nave and two aisles divided by rectangular piers, including large side chapels and a central cupola.

Construction started in 1603 on the site of the former parish church of San Salvatore under the direction of architect Fausto Rughesi.

The cathedral holds a tabernacle by Mino da Fiesole containing a nail considered from the Crucifixion, along with marble pulpit from 1465.

The cathedral connects to both the medieval upper town and newer valley sections of Colle di Val d'Elsa through a modern elevator system.

Eight side chapels with barrel vaults complement the main structure, while the original choir stalls from 1628 by Silvestro Ceramelli remain intact.

Location: Colle di Val d'Elsa

Inception: 1603

Architectural style: baroque architecture

GPS coordinates: 43.42254,11.12039

Latest update: March 4, 2025 00:42