The cathedral of Santa Martia del Fiore is a masterpiece with contributions by Giotto, Pisano, Donatello and, of course, Brunelleschi, who is most famous for its world-famous dome. Florence cathedral is part of a complex of buildings, one beside the other. They include the cathedral itself, Florence’s Battistero, and Giotto’s Belltower.
The Duomo complex is a place of beauty, probably my favorite spot in Florence.
The outside of the buildings is clad in polychrome marble. Their colors and geometrical shapes seem to dance in front of your eyes and the imposition of the red dome on top is so large and beautiful, that it will momentarily take your breath away.
Even if you are not interested in churches, this complex is not to be missed!
