The Duomo in Massa Marittima

Massa Marittima is a lovely town just 50 Kilometer away from Siena.

Here time has truly stopped and during some Summer nights, when the moon only shines over the Medieval buildings, it may seem possible to see someone dressed in old Medieval clothes pass by you and desappear behind a stone wall corner.

Massa Marittima erects itself on the top of a very high hill, dominating 360-degrees landscapes.

The duomo emerges at the top of a flight of steps in the beautiful Piazza Garibaldi, heart and focal point of the mediaeval city.Built in the 13th century in Romanesque-Gothic style, of note is the beautiful façade with arches and small loggias surmounted by pinnacles. The pointed bell tower is characterised by a series of fine four-light windows.

The three naved interior preserves notable works of art such as the 14th century travertine baptismal font, a 13th century crucifix and the "Madonna delle Grazie" 14th century, attributed to Duccio di Buoninsegna. The Duomo also preserves the "Natività" by Rutilio Manetti and on the high altar, the marble sculpture "Arca di San Cerbone", a masterpiece of Sienese school.Truly worth a visit!