Salerno’s Cathedral
The main place of worship in Salerno built in a Romanesque-Baroque style
Salerno’s Cathedral
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The Cathedral of San Matteo in Salerno
The Cattedrale di Santa Maria degli Angeli, San Matteo e San Gregorio VII, better known as Duomo di Salerno (Salerno’s Cathedral) or Cattedrale di San Matteo, is in the beautiful city historic centre.
THE STRUCTURE OF THE CATHEDRAL
The Salerno’s Cathedral was requested by Roberto il Guiscardo, the man who liberated the city from Lombards.
Right after the Porta dei leoni (Lions Gate), that is the main entrance to the cathedral, there is a Romanesque quadri-colonnade with some sarcophagi, that leads to the central bronze door to the cathedral.
On the inside, there are mosaics, frescoes, a pipe organ and the treasure’s chapel. The sacristy leads to the Museo diocesano (Diocesan Museum), that keeps the Avori salernitani (Salerno Ivories), ivory tiles depicting scenes from both the Old Testament and the New Testament.
You can also visit the amazing Baroque-style crypt that keeps the remains of the city saint patron, San Matteo.
The Arabic-Norman bell tower of the Salerno’s Cathedral is a 56 metres tall three-storey tower with eight bells on the top of it.
SMARTIP
Walking downhill along via Duomo you will get to the famous Pantaleone bakery, where you can have the typical local sweet: the scazzetta, a cake with custard and strawberries.
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STAY NEAR THE SALERNO’S CATHEDRAL
Conveniently located in the Salerno Historical Center, less than 1 km from Santa Teresa Beach and 2 km from Lido La Conchiglia, Stefania Studio Apartment offers a sun terrace and a concierge service. The property offers city views and free WiFi is available in all areas.
In B&B Dei Mercanti all rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine and a private bathroom with hydromassage shower, free toiletries and hairdryer.
Salerno’s Cathedral
