Cattedrale (Duomo) di Bergamo e Battistero
Cattedrale (Duomo) di Bergamo e Battistero
Cattedrale (Duomo) di Bergamo e Battistero
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PaulB
Maastricht, The Netherlands3,078 contributions
Aug 2021
The history of the Cathedral of Bergamo goes back to the 9th century.
The current church dates form the 17th century and is dedicated to Saint Alexander of Bergamo, patron saint of the city.
The cathedral has a Latin cross ground plan with a single nave with awesome paintings ans sculptures.
Admission is free, although a (small) donation will always be appreciated.
Nearby stands the 14th century octagonal baptistery.
The current church dates form the 17th century and is dedicated to Saint Alexander of Bergamo, patron saint of the city.
The cathedral has a Latin cross ground plan with a single nave with awesome paintings ans sculptures.
Admission is free, although a (small) donation will always be appreciated.
Nearby stands the 14th century octagonal baptistery.
Written April 21, 2022
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Malgorzata
12,000 contributions
Oct 2019
The cathedral is inconspicuous from the outside, a bit pressed into other buildings, f inished with beautiful white marble from the outside, it does not make a huge impression but inside it is breathtaking. Impressive interior with magnificent baroque frescoes and stucco. The one-nave St. Alexander's Cathedral reaches back to the early 6th century. It was reconstructed many times until the 19th century. Its outside appearance is neo-Classical style but the interior it's fairytale Baroque. I think it will impress not only people interested in art and architecture. On the left side of the nave a chapel with a miraculous crucifix, on the right a chapel dedicated to Pope John 23. It is worth visiting for a while and admire this amazing work of human hands in silence. At the Piazza del Duomo, next to the Basilica of Santa Maria and opposite the cathedral, you can see the historic Baptistery. Baptistery moved from the nave of the cathedral many times, finally in 1856 thanks to Virginio Muzio it stood in its present place. It is a characteristic, octagonal building with a small loggia and columns, built in 1340. On each side you can see carvings with scenes from the life of Christ by Giovanni da Campione. A must see when in Bergamo.
Written September 29, 2020
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laczkozsu
Debrecen, Hungary1,447 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
This must-see attraction is in the Old Town, on Piazza Duomo, near the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore. It’s the largest church of the city, it’s from 15. century. Inside there are many frescos and nice decoration. I liked it, but the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore is more marvellous for me.
Written March 31, 2023
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Alessandro F
Milan, Italy25,994 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
These two Saints took turns as nominee, from no later than 9th century a first Cathedral was built to Saint Alexander, in 1561 Venetian demolished it for the Cathedral of Saint Vincent, finally in 1697 the Pope Innocent XI turned back the Cathedral to Sain Alexander.
The facade is attached to Palace of Reason, with neoclassical shape and beautiful portico on two levels surmounted by several statues.
Internal with Latin Cross ground plan with a single nave.
Many wonderful paintings are visible inside the chapels and at the main altar , Tiepolo , Andrea Previtali, Giovan Battista Moroni, Giovanni Cariani, Sebastiano Ricci and Carlo Innocenzo Carloni.
The Baptistery in front the Cathedral constructed in 1340 by Giovanni da Campione for the Basilica of Saint Maria Maggiore .
Octagonal plant .
Inside many bas-reliefs of episodes of life of Jesus
The facade is attached to Palace of Reason, with neoclassical shape and beautiful portico on two levels surmounted by several statues.
Internal with Latin Cross ground plan with a single nave.
Many wonderful paintings are visible inside the chapels and at the main altar , Tiepolo , Andrea Previtali, Giovan Battista Moroni, Giovanni Cariani, Sebastiano Ricci and Carlo Innocenzo Carloni.
The Baptistery in front the Cathedral constructed in 1340 by Giovanni da Campione for the Basilica of Saint Maria Maggiore .
Octagonal plant .
Inside many bas-reliefs of episodes of life of Jesus
Written December 9, 2019
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Kjellaug T
Sandnes, Norway228 contributions
Nov 2019
Well worth to spend some time here. Beautiful tapestries and paintings. Lots of details, so you can really spend some time here. Makes you feel humble.
Written April 29, 2020
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Ellie
Aabenraa, Denmark21 contributions
Apr 2019
Beautiful Church - both on the inside and the outside. So many beautiful details to watch so take your time.
Written March 7, 2020
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The Flying Spaniard
Sofia, Bulgaria2,445 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Located in the old town square, it is a typical Catholic beautiful temple. It is impressive from inside.
Written February 29, 2020
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canadianeagle2015
Vancouver, British Columbia42 contributions
Nov 2019
Very beautiful cathedral. I would rank it higher than the "Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore".
They are right next to each other and should visit both.
They are right next to each other and should visit both.
Written December 25, 2019
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Cornish Maiden
Cornwall, UK22 contributions
Dec 2019
A remarkable Cathedral with an exquisite work of art round every corner. Do not forget to look up up at the truly amazing dome. If you like churches this is a must for you if you appreciate great art this is a must for you.
Written December 8, 2019
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Emi M
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates120 contributions
Sep 2019 • Friends
One of the most beautifull building I ever seen. Pretty large, but armonious, highly decorated with great taste. A real piece of history, architecture and art.
Written October 13, 2019
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JordiGiladell
L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Spain820 contributions
È permesso fare foto? Ingresso gratuito o pagato?
¿Está permitido tomar fotos? Entrada gratuita o de pago?
Andrea M
Villafranca in Lunigiana, Italy656 contributions
Si secondo me si può fare. Il ingresso era gratuito. Buon viaggio se tu vuoi visitare Bergamo.
Silvia R
3 contributions
Quante persone ci stanno nel battistero per un battesimo?
luca_che_gira
Italy1,252 contributions
Non molte credo, certo che se facessero entrare i turisti magari ti si potrebbe essere più d'aiuto...
KLPMilwaukee_WI
Madison, WI9 contributions
Is there a cost to enter the Duomo? Also, are knees/shoulders required to be covered inside the church?
Michael W
Cambs.52 contributions
You can buy a cover-all ticket in the building opposite the Duomo. Worth the cost. The museum is a bit underwhelming to be honest, just a series of murals.
Elena B
16 contributions
Quali sono gli orari di apertura della cattedrale?
chiaraerobi
cremona141 contributions
Io sono stata in un giorno feriale e come tutte le chiese italiane purtroppo non fa orario continuato.di sera la messa vespertina dovrebbe essere alle 18.quindi prevedo sia aperto fino a quell'ora.unico neo.non ho visto l'accesso ai disabili..
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