Savona Cathedral, Savona, Italy

The original cathedral of Savona on the Priamar hill was destroyed by Genovese army in 1528. The Franciscan monastery was converted as a new Cathedral in 1559 by Pope Paul IV. The current appearance dates from 1605.

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Javier Marin (6 years ago)
It’s ok. I don’t like cult places, but is nice decorated. You have to pay 2€ if you like to see the sixtine chapel

Graham Ponton (6 years ago)
You don't have to be religious to enjoy such beautiful building's

Paul Coates (6 years ago)
Stunning and free entry.

Dennis Elliott (6 years ago)
Do you have time to see it see it a very beautiful building

James Garvin (7 years ago)
A beautiful and traditional chaledral

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