Pisa: Unesco
Places and attractions in the Unesco category
Categories
- Church
- Romanesque architecture
- Sacred and religious sites
- Museum
- Unesco
- Historical place
- Palace
- Gothic architecture
- Art museum
- Square
- Specialty museum
- Baroque architecture
- Bridge
- Park
- Universities and schools
- Tower
- City gate
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Ornate 14th-century tower with a tilt The Leaning Tower of Pisa, an architectural anomaly and a symbol of Italy, is a freestanding bell tower located in the city of Pisa. Famous for its unintended tilt, the tower began to lean during construction in the 12th century due to the soft ground which could not...
Pisa Cathedral
The Pisa Cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, stands as a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture in the heart of Pisa, Italy. This magnificent church, consecrated in 1118, is part of a complex of monuments that includes the world-renowned...
Pisa Baptistery
Celebrated acoustics and Gothic sculptures Nestled in the heart of Pisa, Italy, the Pisa Baptistery stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural history. This ecclesiastical masterpiece, known for its remarkable acoustics and beautiful marble facade, is part of the iconic ensemble of...
Piazza dei Miracoli
Green space that's home to leaning tower The Piazza dei Miracoli, also known as the Square of Miracles, is an architectural marvel and a testament to medieval art in the heart of Pisa, Italy. This walled area is home to four of the world's most remarkable religious buildings: the Pisa Cathedral, the Pisa...
Camposanto Monumentale
Cloistered cemetery with unique frescoes The Camposanto Monumentale, often simply known as Camposanto, is a historical edifice at the northern edge of the Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa, Italy. Esteemed for its architectural magnificence and the art it houses, this sacred site is not only a cemetery but also a...