Cathedral of Santa Maria degli Angeli, San Matteo and San Gregorio VII

Very beautiful and charming in Salerno Italy. I think I am so lucky to have a chance to visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria. The ticket was € 6 for the senior and you can use it to visit the museum as well. So I highly recommend that anyone go to Salerno Italy 🇮🇹 ❤🌷

Somebody else mentioned it is free to visit but it definitely was not when we went unless the fee was misleading and was only meant for the other two sites, the museum of the diocese and the smaller church nearby. The entry for all 3 sites cost 10 Euro for adults and 6 Euro for children. As others mentioned, the crypt of the cathedral is stunning and well worth seeing. The church nearby is very ornate but small. I could have skipped that as I have found the museum more interesting.

This church is definitely a hidden gem in this busy and materialism metro.

It is completely open to the public. Its rich history is embedded in the chapels. And the statues weather there in the courtyard or inside of the cathedral.

It's breathtaking to walk down the aisle or sit at the per bench. There is no one hovering overyou when you walk around, sit down, or touch the history to feel the life from the subjects there on display.

Make sure you read all the displays and check out each chapel. A good one hour stop is definitely worthwhile.

Very pretty yet simple at ground level while incredibly intricate top to bottom in the crypt. A must see even if you aren't religious. Many sarcophagi from 12th-18th centuries.

Super gorgeous. Don’t miss the crypt downstairs. That’s the best part.

Beautiful cathedral with the Tomb of St. Matthew.

This is an incredibly beautiful and characterful cathedral worth visiting if you’re in Salerno. It was a Sunday when we visited and the morning mass was finishing so we entered for free. The courtyard is picturesque with some old statues and the bell tower above. The inside of the cathedral is strikingly white with a painted dome which is quite a nice contrast. It’s filled with natural light so it’s worth a stop to spend some time.

The Cathedral of Salerno, a sacred sentinel nestled within the heart of the city, stands as a timeless testament to the spiritual heritage of this ancient Italian enclave. Its soaring spires and weathered stones bear witness to centuries of devotion, each stone imbued with the whispers of countless prayers, the echoes of celestial harmonies.
This venerable cathedral, a masterpiece of architectural splendor, is a symphony of styles, a tapestry woven by the hands of time. Its roots stretch back to the 11th century, a majestic blend of Norman and Romanesque influences, with its mighty columns and rounded arches that evoke a sense of solemnity and grace.
As one crosses the threshold of this sacred sanctum, they are greeted by a luminous nave, bathed in the ethereal glow of stained glass windows that dance with the hues of a thousand sunsets. The flickering candlelight casts flickering shadows upon the ancient frescoes that adorn the walls, each brushstroke a testament to the devotion of artists who sought to capture the divine in pigment and canvas.
Above, a soaring vaulted ceiling seems to touch the heavens, its intricate ribbed patterns resembling the very fingers of angels reaching down to caress the faithful below. A sense of awe envelops those who stand beneath this celestial canopy, a reminder of the divine majesty that has inspired countless souls through the ages.
Within the hallowed depths of the cathedral lies a treasury of relics and sacred artifacts, each a fragment of the city's storied past, each a link to the eternal. Pilgrims and seekers of solace alike come to kneel before these sacred relics, their whispered prayers ascending like incense to the heavens.
And so, the Cathedral of Salerno endures, a living testament to faith and artistry, a beacon of hope in a world ever-changing. It is a place where time itself seems to stand still, where the mortal and the divine converge in a timeless dance of devotion and grace.

One of the most magnificent cathedrals we have ever seen. Must see if you are anywhere near Salerno. We saw many cathedrals, churches etc while in Italy and this one is at the top of the list. Underground is the tomb of St. Matthew the Apostle which is even more breathtaking than the cathedral. Mosaics every inch.

Absolutely incredible experience, especially the crypt of St Mathew. In the main church a very unobtrusive stairway leads you to the crypt - don’t miss it! It’s amazing and I’ve seen all of the well noted churches and mosques but this is truly one of a kind.

I loved the mosaics so colorful and also being of primarily women. Mary and many angels which you typically don’t see at churches. Plus the geometric shapes on the alters. So great that they offer QR code to look up to get the background on what you are seeing. It was a really nice church.

An absolutely magical find. This is a true gem. The history and art here is beyond comprehension. You must visit here. Mind blowing. Old bodies , tombs and so much more. I've seen temples and churches all over the world but the bit down stairs off to the left of the main indoor part is the best part. Make sure you find those stairs and see that ceiling. The whole story of Christ. Old paintings of salerno in 1300 and the small cripts with bones

The church art is nice, and a different style than the more famous cathedrals, but it is the crypt that is just incredible. Partly because the ceiling is fairly low, so you can see the work.

Very ancient - mix of roman and catholic architecture and beautiful mosaic tiles

Although beautiful church and all the surroundings, but I simply don't get the tickets for entrance. Why would the house of god be with payment. After all that is human history and we all have a share. Left without paying the 12 euro ticket and not seeing it.

Amazing place, the cript is something that I have not seen before, the details on the ceiling.

Probably the most important cathedral in Southern Italy (excluding Sicily)! Exterior is in pure Roman style, while interior is an odd mix of Baroque, Romanesque (Byzantine-like), Gothic (sculptures) and Moorish. Of highest interest are the mosaics in the recently restored altar, who alone place Salerno on the map of art lovers.

Nice Cathedral, especially the Crypta is very beautiful, worth a visit especially when you buy the combi ticket for all 3 places (2x "church" and a museum).

Be sure not to miss the cripta. It is extremely beautiful. The cathedral is understated and beautiful, but don't miss the cripta.

after so many churches and cathedrals in italy/europe.. should you really go to the effort to visit another one? yes.. this one is worth it. the crypt is truly one of the most beautiful, heavenly (lol) spaces i’ve ever visited.