Reggio Emilia Cathedral

Reggio Emilia Cathedral

The Cathedral of Reggio Emilia in it|Duomo is the main religious building in Reggio Emilia (Emilia-Romagna, northern Italy).

Built originally in Romanesque style, it was largely modified in the following centuries.

The current façade is unfinished, with a 16th century covering in the lower level, with pilasters surrounding niches with the statues of the four patron saints of the city. The main portal has two statues in a style influenced by Michelangelo, portraying Adam and Eve.


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