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Diocesi's chief Church, Bishop Cathedral, was erected since 1396 and works ended in 1740. Many famous artist, during 300 years operated in it harmonizing their own typical age's styles.

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Tommo
Melbourne, Australia56,006 contributions
Stunning Cathedral
Como Cathedral also known as Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta and is a Catholic cathedral, and is dedicated to the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is known as the last Gothic cathedral built in Italy. Construction began in 1396 , and did not finish until 1770. Its a rather pretty churh with lovely sculptures on the facade and quite symetrical.
Visited November 2023
Travelled as a couple
Written 16 February 2024
Brown_Samantha
Kennewick, Washington1,783 contributions
It is the must do in Como City - the duomo is magnificient
Words cannot describe how beautiful this duomo truly is. We admired the outside architecture, then was more impressed with the interior. The details are just magnificent. This made a drizzly day activity wonderful. Really liked the bright blue in the dome ceilings, also some great stained glass work. Just a lovely experience.
Visited June 2024
Travelled with friends
Written 9 July 2024
Priyanka Ashok
New Delhi, India5 contributions
Beautiful church and the art engraved on the church walls is difficult to put in words.
It was beautiful. I met the Father though he didn't know English but he was kind enough to bless me and i felt lot of warmth in the way he made me feel heard without me telling him anything. The chruch walls have beautiful engraved art and signs. One should definitely visit the church.
Visited August 2024
Travelled solo
Written 1 September 2024

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Giorgio M

Wigan, UK93 contributions

Casual visit

Sept 2020 • Friends

This is never going to be one of the great cathedrals of Europe however it is well worth a visit. There are some very delightful chapels and a presentation of the history and development of this church up to the current bishop. It is in English as well as Italian.

Written 14 September 2020

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ANGELO V

Milan, Italy4,742 contributions

the Duomo: top view in Como

May 2022

The main Cathedral of Como is dedicated to the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is commonly called the "Duomo". Building was started in 1396, and was completed in 1770, so you can find several styles here, from Gothic to Rococo.
There is a separate entrance for tourists, on the right side of the church - the entrance on the front is reserved for faithfuls going here to pray.
On both sides of the main nave there are nine interesting tapestries woven at the end of the 16th century.
You can see here also paintings by Bernardino Luini and Gaudenzio Ferrari.
For me, the Duomo was the top sight in Como city centre.

Written 4 May 2022

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kempdj

Peterborough, UK391 contributions

Beautiful place and informative.

Nov 2022

Very informative display with the complete history of the building and life of the diocese. I visited twice as there was so much to take in. The building is stunning and well kept. If you follow the display showing the display, there are four long display boards and the last two could be missed as they are on the other side of the aisle at the West end. It is worth taking the time to read it all. You are then directed along a route around the building which enables you to see everything.

Written 4 December 2022

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nasty K

Europe307 contributions

Duomo is the pearl of the town

Sept 2023 • Friends

The main attraction here is the Duomo. I read somewhere that this is the best example of the transformation of Gothic into Renaissance. Like all Gothic cathedrals, it was built over the course of centuries. Construction of the cathedral began in 1396 and was completed almost 400 years later - in 1770, when a rococo dome was built over the cathedral. Not only the marble facade is interesting, but also the interior. The cathedral offers free tours and also has a display case detailing the history of the cathedral with illustrations and photographs.

Written 15 September 2023

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Rose

Paraguacu, MG1,332 contributions

Como Cathedral

May 2024 • Family

It is an incredible experience to be able to enter and discover the Duomo Cathedral with its architecture, paintings, stained glass windows, sculptures. The external facade is wonderful and is on a very busy street with several restaurants and gelateria. Cost-benefit is high, but it's worth every penny.

Written 3 May 2024

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Herbert C

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Resplendent at dusk during Christmas season

Dec 2023 • Couples

Strolling through a compact town centre like Como, you will surely not miss the imposing Como Cathedral. Construction of this Gothic cathedral commenced at the end of the 14th century, and took almost 4 centuries to complete. The Cathedral looked resplendent at dusk during the Christmas season with the equally imposing Christmas tree at Piazza Duomo lighting up its facade and the night sky. The interior is impressive in its own right though it does not exude the wow factor unlike other bigger European cathedrals.

Written 11 January 2024

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DeirdreSiobhan

Stuttgart, Germany651 contributions

The main attraction in the middle of the old town

Sept 2023 • Couples

The magnificent three-aisled cathedral in the middle of the old town of Como is the most important church on the lake. You can also walk around it completely to get a good look at the many statues of saints and countless details.

The interior is particularly impressive with its artistic tapestries, many of which hang freely, the frescoes and the colorful stained glass windows.

Written 25 October 2023

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81_sandro_b_81

Lecco, Italy2,621 contributions

Beautiful

Jan 2024 • Family

Beautiful cathedral located within the historic center. Free visit with mandatory route for tourists. The evening lighting is also very beautiful. During the Christmas period you can admire the nativity scene inside.

Written 3 January 2024

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luciussilvae

Vilvoorde, Belgium5,232 contributions

Right in the middle of downtown.

Jul 2024 • Couples

Very nice cathedral that stands out partly because of the construction of the Broletto, the former medieval town hall.
The church is in Gothic style dating from 1770.
The building is in cross shape with an impressive dome in the transept.
Several handsome tapestries hang in the church.

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Written 12 August 2024

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851SilviaM

Fagnano Olona, Italy6,450 contributions

If you are lucky....

Sept 2023 • Couples

....to find few people, the visit becomes fantastic! 🤩
The ceiling is just fabulous!
The cathedral is part of the historical and architectural triptych of the city together with the Broletto and the Tower, and was begun in 1396, ten years after the more famous Milan Cathedral saw the light.

Written 1 November 2023

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