Cattedrale di San Sabino
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Cattedrale di San Sabino, the primary cathedral of Bari and a stunning exemplar of Apulian Romanesque architecture. While the nearby Basilica of San Nicola often garners the most international attention, this…
Listen in the app2The West Facade and the Magnificent Rose Window
The west facade of the Cattedrale di San Sabino is a triumph of medieval geometry and stone craftsmanship. The most prominent feature is the large rose window, which is framed by intricate carvings of animals and mythical…
Listen in the app3The Interior — A Symphony of Marble and Light
Upon entering the cathedral, the visitor is struck by the sheer volume and the serene, light-filled space. The interior follows a Latin cross plan, with three aisles separated by high, elegant arches supported by columns of…
Listen in the app4The Transept and the Side Chapels
The transept of the cathedral serves as a transition to the most sacred areas of the building. Here, you will find several side chapels, each more ornate than the last, reflecting the patronage of Bari's noble families and guilds…
Listen in the app5The Crypt of San Sabino
Descending into the crypt, we find a space that rivals the upper church in beauty and historical depth. The crypt houses the relics of San Sabino, the original patron of the cathedral. …
Listen in the app6The Archivio Capitolare and the Exultet
For the scholarly visitor, the Cathedral is home to one of the most important cultural treasures in Puglia: the Archivio Capitolare. This archive houses a collection of ancient manuscripts, the most famous of which are the…
Listen in the app7The External Courtyard and the Towering Campanile
Leaving the interior, we emerge into the small courtyard that flanks the southern side of the cathedral. From here, you can truly appreciate the verticality of the structure and the massive bell tower, or campanile, that…
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As you complete your tour of the Cattedrale di San Sabino, you have experienced a site that embodies the deep, layered history of Bari. From the solar alignment of its rose window to the Baroque splendor of its crypt, the…
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What is Cattedrale di San Sabino?
Cattedrale di San Sabino is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Heritage |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 41.1286, 16.8686 |
| Last updated |
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