It was a little cloudy today, with a light threat of rain and a thunder storm, so I decided on indoor activities. I had heard about an ancient church here in town, set within the deep recesses of the hillside. Making my way to St. Peters Church, I wandered into a back alley and found …
Stunning Crypt Beneath the Duomo
Yesterday I wrote about the Cathedral of St. Matthew here in Salerno. It is indeed a beautiful building from the 11th century. What is an even greater treasure to the city though, is the stunning crypt beneath the Duomo. For here lies the relics of one of the 12 apostles, Saint Matthew. Oh how I …
Beautiful Duomo di Salerno
In just about every Italian city I travel to, there are many churches to visit and explore. They are a great place to see historical architecture, amazing art and local culture. The beautiful Duomo di Salerno, or the Cathedral of St. Matthew is this city’s pride and joy. Location Find the oldest part of Salerno, …