Duomo di Casertavecchia

Located atop a hill at 401 meters, this cathedral features a grey tuff stone construction with three marble portals and an octagonal bell tower.

Construction of the cathedral began in 1113 under Bishop Rainulfo and concluded in 1153, marking the Norman dominion over the Caserta region.

The interior contains eighteen marble columns from Roman buildings, white marble portals from Luni, and decorative elements featuring plant motifs and animal sculptures.

The cathedral remains an active religious site with regular masses, while guided tours provide information about its architectural and historical elements.

Local folklore suggests that mountain fairies transported the massive Roman columns from the plains to the hilltop during the cathedral's construction.

Location: Caserta

Inception: 1113

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

Website: http://casertavecchia.net/schede/il-duomo-di-casertavecchia

GPS coordinates: 41.09733,14.36664

Latest update: May 12, 2025 11:18