Piazza del Duomo (Cathedral Square), Amalfi (must see)
Cathedral Square in Amalfi may be small, but it has always carried a weight far greater than its size. For centuries, this open space has been the beating heart of the town, where daily life, devotion, and commerce intersect. Its most dramatic feature is the grand staircase leading to the Amalfi Cathedral, dedicated to Saint Andrew, whose relics were brought here in the 13th century. That moment transformed Amalfi into a pilgrimage destination, and pilgrims resting in the square before climbing the steps became a familiar sight through the ages.
Merchants once filled the square with stalls and chatter, trading goods carried from distant ports, while the cathedral bells rang out to mark time and call to prayer. Even when Amalfi鈥檚 power waned after its days as a maritime republic, the square never lost its role as a place where the community gathered in faith and celebration. Festivals, markets, and public announcements all unfolded here, with the cathedral鈥檚 striped fa莽ade rising as both a backdrop and a reminder of the town鈥檚 enduring spirit.
In 1869, the addition of the Sant鈥橝ndrea Fountain gave the square another focal point. Locals would pause here to fill their cups or share news by its cool waters, a tradition still mirrored today when visitors gather around to rest or refresh during their walks.
Now, Cathedral Square thrives with a blend of old and new. Caf茅s spill onto the cobbles, musicians play in the shade, and tourists sip limoncello while watching life pass by. The square remains a stage where history and the present mingle, a place where faith, commerce, and community still echo together. Standing here, you don鈥檛 just see Amalfi鈥攜ou feel its pulse.
Merchants once filled the square with stalls and chatter, trading goods carried from distant ports, while the cathedral bells rang out to mark time and call to prayer. Even when Amalfi鈥檚 power waned after its days as a maritime republic, the square never lost its role as a place where the community gathered in faith and celebration. Festivals, markets, and public announcements all unfolded here, with the cathedral鈥檚 striped fa莽ade rising as both a backdrop and a reminder of the town鈥檚 enduring spirit.
In 1869, the addition of the Sant鈥橝ndrea Fountain gave the square another focal point. Locals would pause here to fill their cups or share news by its cool waters, a tradition still mirrored today when visitors gather around to rest or refresh during their walks.
Now, Cathedral Square thrives with a blend of old and new. Caf茅s spill onto the cobbles, musicians play in the shade, and tourists sip limoncello while watching life pass by. The square remains a stage where history and the present mingle, a place where faith, commerce, and community still echo together. Standing here, you don鈥檛 just see Amalfi鈥攜ou feel its pulse.
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Piazza del Duomo (Cathedral Square) on Map
Sight Name: Piazza del Duomo (Cathedral Square)
Sight Location: Amalfi, Italy (See walking tours in Amalfi)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Amalfi, Italy (See walking tours in Amalfi)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Amalfi, Italy
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Amalfi Introduction Walking Tour
Whether legend or truth, Amalfi residents claim that 14th-century sailor Flavio Gioia invented the magnetic compass. Given the town鈥檚 maritime heritage, we might give them the benefit of the doubt.
Amalfi, often called the 鈥淛ewel of the Amalfi Coast,鈥� carries a history that runs much deeper than the pastel houses and seaside charm visitors see today. The origin of the town鈥檚 name is... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.9 Km or 0.6 Miles
Amalfi, often called the 鈥淛ewel of the Amalfi Coast,鈥� carries a history that runs much deeper than the pastel houses and seaside charm visitors see today. The origin of the town鈥檚 name is... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.9 Km or 0.6 Miles