Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta

The Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, also known as the Duomo of Pisa, is a medieval Catholic cathedral located in the Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa, Italy. It is a notable example of Romanesque architecture, specifically the Pisan Romanesque style. The cathedral features a unique blend of classical, Lombard-Emilian, Byzantine, and Islamic stylistic elements, reflecting the international presence of Pisan merchants at the time of its construction. The interior of the cathedral is adorned with intricate decorations, including a 17th-century gilded coffered ceiling, a frescoed dome, and a pulpit carved by Giovanni Pisano. The cathedral also houses a large apsidal mosaic of Christ Enthroned between the Virgin and St. John, which features the face of St. John drawn by Cimabue in 1302. Visitors can explore the cathedral's nave, transepts, and presbytery, and admire its stunning architecture and artwork