Sorrento Cathedral

Sorrento, Italy

Sorrento Cathedral, dedicated to Saints Philip and James, was first built around the 11th century and was rebuilt in the 15th century in Romanesque style. The cathedral bell tower has three storeys, and is decorated with a clock. The base of the bell tower dates to the time of the Roman Empire. The façade dates from 1924. The main doors are of the 11th century from Constantinople.

The interior, on a Latin cross floor plan, is divided into a nave and two side aisles. The nave contains round arches and paintings by the Nicola Malinconico. There are also paintings by Giacomo del Po. The marble altar and pulpit and the bishop's throne all date from the 16th century.

The poet Torquato Tasso, the best known citizen of the town, was baptized in the church's baptistery.

References:

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Address

Corso Italia 95, Sorrento, Italy

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Details

Founded: 11th century
Category: Religious sites in Italy

More Information

en.wikipedia.org

Rating

4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Norm P. (10 months ago)
This was a beautiful church. Although it was a little 'shy' on the outside it is certainly worth a visit. The interior is amazing.

duckyisevil (10 months ago)
It was beatiful i went there alone i admired the art despite not being religious i enjoy research about it this place has a beatiful history i recommend highly to visit if you have the chance i also advise everyone to donate whenever you can in places like this since it helps upkeep the art and it funds public schools, and even activities the churches plan most people dont realise this so i think its important to raise awareness

Le Mun (10 months ago)
nice place. Sorento is great for walking along cozy streets)

Peter Glynn (2 years ago)
Typical Italian church but the Nativity scene was unusual and special.

Arosha Weerakkody (2 years ago)
Peaceful church...they charge 0.50 cent for the toilet but there was no toilet paper and dirty.

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