La Spezia Cathedral, Catholic cathedral in La Spezia, Italy
La Spezia Cathedral is a place of worship featuring a circular floor plan and hyperboloid walls designed by architect Adalberto Libera. Natural light streams through a central cupola, illuminating the white and grey marble floors that slope gently toward the altar.
Construction began in 1956 following a 25-year delay from the initial architectural competition, with completion finally achieved in 1975. This lengthy period between design and realization shaped the building's final execution.
The interior features twelve columns symbolizing the Apostles and displays religious objects like an 18th-century wooden crucifix. These elements shape the spiritual experience and visual harmony of the space.
The main entrance is easy to locate, and the circular structure allows intuitive movement through the space. Visiting during daylight hours helps you fully appreciate the lighting effects and marble patterns.
A vaulted crypt beneath the main space holds the relics of San Venerio and the tombs of the first bishops of the local diocese. This hidden underground layer connects the building to the region's religious heritage.
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