 Introduction
The tomb of Pope Gregorius VII is one of the main attractions. The crypt is also rumored to house the remains of St. Matthew. The crypt was restored under designs by Domenico Fontana in 1606 to 1608. Marble decoration was added in the 18th century.
The interior of the cathedral has a nave and two aisles divided by pilasters. Mosaics by Francesco Solimena decorate the pavement of the choir and a 14th century Gothic statue of Madonna with Child stands by the entrance. Above the doorway is a large mosaic of St Matthew, of the Norman period.
The Duomo Museum houses artworks from several different eras. One of their artifacts is the silver statues of the Salernitane Martyrs from the 13th century.
History
The Duomo is known as a symbol of Italian Renaissance, but modifications to the cathedral changed its look. Operation Avalanche, the Allied landing in Salerno in September 1943, damaged the cathedral. In the mid 15th century the church was damaged after landslides on the southern side. Further work was done in the crypt by Domenico Fontana in 1607 and more decoration was added by Belisario Corenzio in 1643. An earthquake in 1688 severely damaged the structure and further repairs were made. Architects Carlo Buratti and Ferdinando Sanfelice completely transformed the church. During the 17th century the church had more of a baroque appearance.
Another earthquake in 1980 damaged the church once again. This was an opportunity to renovate the church. Extensive renovations were recently completed and the cathedral now lives up to its former glory.
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Piazza Alfano I
Salerno, Italy
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