Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Duomo of Orvieto

This Gothic and Romanesque styled black and white striped church was constructed in 1290. The magnificent three-gable façade is decorated with detailed mosaics in stunning colours and pure gold.





One of Italy's greatest cathedrals



No photography is allowed inside the church



The bronze door



Carvings depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments including Hell and Damnation



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