⛪ Historic Centre of Siena — Siena Cathedral
Italian Gothic masterpiece at the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site
📌 Fast Facts
- Part of the Historic Centre of Siena, designated UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995
- Construction began in the 12th century; largely completed by the mid-14th century
- Italian Gothic style featuring white and black marble striping and hexagonal dome
- Houses masterworks including the Pisano pulpit, Pinturicchio frescoes, and Donatello's bronze sculpture
Siena Cathedral, the Duomo di Siena, stands as an integral component of the Historic Centre of Siena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site recognised since 1995. While the cathedral itself is not separately designated, it serves as the religious and artistic heart of the medieval city and represents one of the finest expressions of Italian Gothic architecture. Located in Tuscany, the cathedral has functioned continuously as the spiritual centre of Siena since its inception, remaining dedicated to the ...