Siena, Italy
Historic Sites & Landmarks in Siena, Italy
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Siena Cathedral
Siena, Italy
Siena's cathedral is considered one of the great examples of Italian Gothic architecture, featuring exquisite inlaid marble and many art masterpieces.
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Siena Crypt
Siena, Italy
This recently-discovered room beneath the Duomo has a wonderful series of 13th-century frescoes adorning its walls.
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St. Dominic's Basilica
Siena, Italy
1226
This huge, fortress-like Dominican church dates from the 13th century. Inside, it displays much beautiful art as well as the head and finger of St. Catherine of Siena.
- Museo dell'Opera del Duomo Siena, Italy
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Shrine of St. Catherine
Siena, Italy
This Catholic shrine consists of a series of chapels built on the site of St. Catherine of Siena's family home, where she was born and lived much of her remarkable life.
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Santa Maria dei Servi
Siena, Italy
Built in the 13th century, the Romanesque Santa Maria dei Servi has a fine campanile with four orders of windows. Inside are some famous frescoes and other notable artworks.
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Siena Baptistery
Siena, Italy
The baptistery of Siena Cathedral is a large space covered in magnificent frescoes. In the center is a font sculpted by various artists including Raphael.