The Cathedral of Saint Donatus is a Gothic-style Roman Catholic church located in the city of Pinerolo, Province of Turin, Italy. Originally an 8th century royal chapel dedicated to Donatus, Bishop of Pinerolo, it was rebuilt in the late 13th and early 14th centuries and restored in the 16th century.
This architectural gem has a beautiful exterior façade adorned with symbols and sculptures. Inside, visitors will enjoy the intricacy of its religious art; from the carved stone choir to the portion of the frescoes depicting the life of Saint Donatus. There is also a wooden ceiling, and a treasure room, which includes a silver reliquary and a painting of San Donato, attributed to the school of Tizian. The cathedral is one of the most fascinating sights in Pinerolo, an enchanting Italian city situated in the north of the country history, customs and culture. Take the time to admire its deep rooted past by visiting its beautiful old streets, its candid historical monuments, and the lovely parks.
This architectural gem has a beautiful exterior façade adorned with symbols and sculptures. Inside, visitors will enjoy the intricacy of its religious art; from the carved stone choir to the portion of the frescoes depicting the life of Saint Donatus. There is also a wooden ceiling, and a treasure room, which includes a silver reliquary and a painting of San Donato, attributed to the school of Tizian. The cathedral is one of the most fascinating sights in Pinerolo, an enchanting Italian city situated in the north of the country history, customs and culture. Take the time to admire its deep rooted past by visiting its beautiful old streets, its candid historical monuments, and the lovely parks.
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