Duomo di Arezzo

Next to the park is Arezzo’s Cathedral, Duomo di Arezzo, which was originally built on a nearby hill over the burial place of Donatus of Arezzo, who was martyred in 363. In 1203 it was moved within the city’s wall to the current site. Dedicated to Saint Donatus, the high altar houses a 14th century arch named after him.

The construction of the current structure, started in 1277, went through different phases, and ended in 1511. The façade was built in 1901–1914, replacing the previous, unfinished one, dating to the 15th century. The interior features seven stained glass windows which were executed in 1516-1524 by Guillaume de Marcillat, who also painted frescos of biblical scenes on the ceiling. The windows are stunning with the light shining through them and it always amazes us how these things have stood the test of time. And the frescoes on the ceiling have once again impressed us.Read more