Piazza del Duomo
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(1,023 reviews)Pistoia, Italy
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Piazza del Duomo is the historic heart of Pistoia, Tuscany, Italy, where the 12th‑century Cathedral of San Zeno, the 14th‑century Baptistery San Giovanni in Corte, the grand Palazzo Comunale, and the nearby Basilica of Our Lady of Humility all converge to showcase the city’s medieval heritage. Its stone cobbles, Gothic arches and occasional street performances—most famously the Giostra dell’Orso jousting festival on July 25—invite visitors to meander, admire the intricate façades, and explore the museums housed within the civic palace, offering a rich snapshot of Pistoia’s cultural and architectural legacy.
Highlights
- Cathedral of San Zeno
- Baptistery San Giovanni in Corte
- Palazzo Comunale
- Basilica of Our Lady of Humility
- Giostra dell’Orso ceremony
Must-See Areas
Cathedral of San Zeno
Baptistery San Giovanni in Corte
Palazzo Comunale
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