duomo spoleto

duomo spoleto印象

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  roma90

  Noticed the outdoor speach A lovely front and a big, but quite simple (for Italy) church. ...................................

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  mimig560

  This thousand year old cathedral had been renovated over the years. One can still see the many blocks of carved stones that the church pilfered from the Roman sites. This is a common practice, in Italy. The mosaics on the main aisle are still there, but is it original? The frescoes had been re plastered in many places, changed with the newer styles. Thus one can see several re-uncovered frescos of several époque. The pillars are not Roman, tho several capitals appears to had been. The floor plan is based on the old basilica of the first century.

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  TJCGrandRapids

  The Duomo itself is dramatically set on a terrace and has a beautiful façade. Inside the star attraction are the frescoes by Fra Filippo Lippi in the apse of the main altar.

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  Saraetta2012

  One of the most beautiful squares in Italy. The cathedral hosts beautiful frescos, on the absid and on lateral chapels, from Filippo Lippi and the Pinturicchio school.

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  mj2105

  Some are so highly decorated and this is plainer but just as beautiful. All are worth a visit and this is certainly lovely

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  carolynb101

  Built in 1198. Beautiful fresco cycle in the apse by Fra Filippo Lippi completed in 1467. Highly recommend this Duomo.

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  shashab33

  The Duomo's beauty is like falling in love a little bit at a time. The frescoes captivate and the mood is reverential yet uplifting. But first Spoleto becomes my first love. When the town is not celebrating its unusual beauty makes the deepest, lasting impression, especially the Roman vestiges such as the arches of the amphitheatre are a sight for sore eyes and a must to explore. On one side of the 1st century Ach di Druso is attached to a row of medieval houses as if lending support to the buildings. but for me its the mere mention of the notorious Lucrezia Borgia's name who lived here during her ascendancy is enough reason to venerate the fortress of La Rocca. I love the bold bridge of the towers which at an impressive 264 feet high and 780 feet long spanning an area stretching from the hill of Spoleto to the Tessino River valley. We took an outing to nearby Monteluco, covered in a thick forest of oaks close to the sanctuary of saint francis and the church of san Pietro dating back to the early Christian period. The facade of the church is sculpted stone, its portal embellished by bas-reliefs depicting bible scenes. On the road to foligno, we stopped at the Springs , where an early christian temple unites a landscape of poplars and weeping willows, a place so beautiful that its easy to see why it inspires the likes of Byron, Goethe and Virgil. We stayed at the Villa Milano, which occupies a panorama stop a few kms from the centre of town on the grounds of a 16-acre park with reception rooms full of works of art. We also checked out a superb hotel,10 kms from Spoleto which is a converted water mill, the Vecchio Mulino its great salon has been reworked from the mill's warehouse and overlooks the river and a beautiful garden. our memorable meals were tartufo, where the chef makes good use of black truffles, and Capanno in Terrecola, one of the finest restaurants in the area.

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  Keith1812

  Umbria is littered with beautiful churches and duomos and this one is another, with a beautiful square in front.

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  Jude3147

  Spoleto is as very charming town with a beautiful church. The town, itself, is fun to stroll around in and just listen to the beautiful Italian language being spoken. The townspeople are very friendly and helpful.

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  Ulissethetraveller

  When you enter the Duomo, let the frescoes in the apse capture your eye right from the entrance. Walk to the apse keeping your eyes on the Filippo Lippi 1467 frescoes, then admire them. Their colours are fresh - see the blue of the Virgin's dresses - and the figures are delicate. all this in the white stone curch, with a beautiful cosmatesque floor. Then go back along the left nave of the church to go and see a 1200 crucifix (typically umbrian), and go into the chapel (Cappella Eroli) in the right nave just by the entrance. You will find Pinturicchio frescoes from 1497, .... and well, where else could you see such masterpieces? When out, go for a walk to the Ponte delle Torri, close by.