Cathedral, Crema

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Crema Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Crema, northern Italy. Dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, it is the seat of the Bishop of Crema.
The first cathedral in the town was destroyed by Frederick Barbarossa in 1160. A new building was begun in 1185, but construction was halted in 1212, not to begin again until 1284 but in Gothic style. The church was finished in 1340, with the addition in 1385 of a lengthened apse and a crypt.
The façade is in typical Lombard Gothic style, with a single portal surmounted, in the lunette, by sculptures of the Madonna and Child and Saints Pantaleon and John the Baptist over a frieze with the faces of saints. Over the portal is a large marble rose window, flanked by mullioned windows. The façade terminates in a loggia with small marble columns.
The bell tower, on the right side, dates to the 14th century, while the octagonal upper part is from the 17th century.
The Gothic interior has a nave and five aisles.

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By SoniaGimenes

Duomo di Crema is an hidden gem!! It is located in the historical area !! We had a worderful surprise!!!!

Duomo di Crema is an hidden gem!! It is located in the historical area !! We had a worderful surprise!!!! more »
By Abi F

A beautiful square and church to explore. The architecture is Italian brick and there are lovely stained glass windows.

A beautiful square and church to explore. The architecture is Italian brick and there are lovely stained glass windows. more »
By alessandrofL127YD

The first cathedral in the town was destroyed by Federico Barbarossa in 1160 . A new buildin was begun in 1185, but the construction was halted in 1212, not to begin until 1284 but in Gothic style...

The first cathedral in the town was destroyed by Federico Barbarossa in 1160 . A new buildin was begun in 1185, but the construction was halted in 1212, not to begin until 1284 but in Gothic style... more »

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By Wayne Kavanagh

The town of Creme is so beautiful with every second store being a bakery serving amazing sweets for breakfast. The colours of the buildings make for postcard photo opportunities. Call me by your name movie location. Simply Spectacular. Would love to return.

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By Zihao Qi

One of my favorite places in Italy. Just amazing.

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By Critics Gist

This place is very neat and has a clear view with a fantastic restaurant

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By Gi Gi

About 1000 years old cathedral

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By Raju Kotecha

great ambiance near the cathedral, with Cafes and restaurants all around. The sound of bells is Magical

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