Siena cathedral

Siena Cathedral was built in 1263 on the site where the Roman castrum had previously been located. It should be noted that the construction itself began almost half a century earlier - in 1215. Now the Cathedral is the main church of the Siena Republic, as well as one of the most colorful monuments of the Italian Gothic times.

The western facade, which was designed by the talented Italian sculptor and architect Giovanni Pisano, can be called a real architectural work. The structure is a fascinatingly beautiful composition of bas-reliefs and sculptures of various sizes based on historical and biblical subjects. Huge mosaics adorn the upper part of the facade.

The eastern facade goes deep below the foundation, which is due to the features of the relief. You can walk down the white marble stairs. The bas-reliefs and patterns of the Eastern facade are also made of multi-colored marble.

No less artistic value has the interior of the Cathedral itself: a colorful mosaic floor, a spectacularly decorated pulpit and a statue of John the Baptist by Donatello himself. The Cathedral is active to this day, and therefore receives tourists until 17.00, and the visit costs 3 euros.