St. Mark's Cathedral, often called St. Mark's Basilica, is the cathedral of the Patriarchate of Venice; it became the episcopal seat of the Patriarchate of Venice in 1807, replacing the previous cathedral, San Pietro di Castello. The cathedral is dedicated to and houses the relics of St. Mark the Apostle, the patron saint of the city.
Built more than 2,000 feet above sea level on the sheer cliffs of Mount Baldo in northern Italy, opposite Valdadige and overlooking the Adige valley, the Santuario Madonna della Corona (Cathedral of Our Lady) is a stunning cathedral that appears to float in mid-air.
Construction of Milan Cathedral likely began in 1386. Milan Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of the Nativity, is the cathedral of the city of Milan, Lombardy, Italy. Dedicated to the Nativity of the Virgin Mary (Santa Maria Nascente), it is the seat of the Archbishop of Milan, currently Archbishop Mario Delpini. Milan Cathedral tells a story of faith and art spanning over six centuries.
The Orvieto Cathedral is a large Roman Catholic church built in the 14th century, dedicated to the Feast of the Assumption, located in the town of Orvieto in the Umbria region of central Italy. Since 1986, the Orvieto Cathedral has also served as the episcopal seat of the former Diocese of Todi.
The Papal Basilica of St. Anthony of Padua is a Catholic church and minor basilica in Padua, Veneto, northern Italy, dedicated to St. Anthony of Padua. Although this basilica is visited by many pilgrims from around the world, it is not the cathedral of the city; that title belongs to the Cathedral of St. Mary of Padua.
The Siena Cathedral, towering over the square of the same name, is one of Italy's most renowned Romanesque and Gothic cathedrals. Stepping inside not only provides a spiritual uplift but also opens the heart to appreciate the beauty and discover one of the city's most precious artistic treasures.
Piazza Inferiore di S. Francesco, 2, 06081 Assisi PG, Italy
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The Basilica is a complex of immense artistic value, comprising two churches stacked upon each other yet harmoniously blended: the Lower Church, low and simple, and the Upper Church, with its bright and slender Gothic appearance. In addition is the crypt containing the Tomb of St. Francis, the heart of the Basilica.
Santa Maria delle Grazie is a church and Dominican convent located in Milan, Italy. The church is known for housing Leonardo da Vinci's famous mural painting, The Last Supper. Santa Maria delle Grazie was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1980. It underwent extensive restoration work in the 20th century and continues to be an important landmark in Milan.
