Explore Cathedral St Pietro in Mantua Italy
Walking through the streets of Mantua City center offers you a range of visual treats. With its old buildings preserved so well it seems the medieval times has frozen here. I saw various impressive buildings, mostly churches and castles. Admiring these monuments don’t require any guide, I just kept strolling at a pace dictated by my heart which was so much at peace.
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Ceiling of Cathedral of St Pietro Mantua
Cathedral of San Pietro Mantua
One striking facade was that of Cathedral of St Pietro; huge and grand in appearance. After tour of Palazzo Ducal Mantua we arrived at this Mantua Cathedral. The angelic forms in the pillars, arches were soothing, the details very interesting. Cathedral of St Pietro is a must halt in your itinerary of walking tour in Mantua map.
Facade Cathedral St Pietro Mantua
Cathedral of San Pietro Mantua
It is the burial church of Conossa and Gonzaga family. Prior to this Italian Cathedral there existed a structure in ancient times and then another significant building which got damaged in 894AD. This church is a 12th century creation. It was given a touch up and re-touch up in 16thC after it got destroyed in fire.
And in 18th century the facade got a facelift with Carrara marble, giving it a whitish grey appearance. This facade dominates Piazza Sordello which is the main square of Mantua. It has evidences of influences of different architectural styles.
South side of the Cathedral
Interior of Cathedral of St Pietro Mantua
Interior of Cathedral of St Pietro is full of art works depicting several saints of those times by talented painters of 16th and 17th centuries. The rose windows in the south side has stunning mix of colors and images.
Details of the stone carvings, woodwork, and mosaics are worth taking the time to appreciate. The ceiling especially has some fantastic work and they are in good condition too.
There are some stunning paintings in the ceiling, fresco in apse, canvas, arches by reputed painters of that era. I was mesmerized by the painting in ceiling of Mantua Cathedral.
Timings of Mantua Cathedral
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10am-1pm; 3pm – 7pm in Summer. and Mon-Fri 10am – 1pm; 2pm – 8pm in Winter. No tickets are required to enter the cathedral, but you can make voluntary contributions. Photography is permitted.
Lovely shots….now I know what I can look forward to during my trip to Italy!
truly lovely shots.
Thank you
I didn't expect the last picture. Very fascinating how they chose to fix it up.
Striking pictures.
Wonderful perspectives of the Cathedral of St Pietro in Mantua. The architecture is so charming.
The front of this church is very impressive. Thanks for the wonderful pictures and interesting information.
What a beautiful cathedral. I love the different shots you took. Fantastic architecture.
Ah, wish I were there! So lovely.
What a unique piece of architecture, this cathedral, Indrani… the mix of the white stone with the red bricks. Even the styles seem discordant! But that is what makes it interesting.
Very beautiful and gorgeous building with lovely architecture.
Gosh – those new bits really stick out. Such a lovely building – I can imagine your heart full of peace and joy.
A building withe lots of history and stories. Thanks for showing us.
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Your words & pictures are a worthy architecture for my heart!
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Impressive Cathedral. The carvings are amazing.
Such a beautiful and impressive post and photos as always, Indrani! They are the very next best thing to walking there myself! Thanks for sharing the beauty and the history! Have a wonderful weekend!
Sylvia
impressive!
Great architecture.
I really love how you tell your stories. The photos are wonderful too.
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a truly beautiful and amazing building
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