A Tapestry of Sculptures and Stained Glass . The exterior of Milan Cathedral is adorned with over 3,400 statues, 135 gargoyles, and 700 figures that create a celestial gallery of marble.

The Cathedral of Our Lady has an interior floor space of 8,000 square metres and can hold up to 25,000 people. Construction began in 1352 and lasted nearly 170 years, concluding in 1521.

The care for Milan’s cathedral has been nonstop since 1386, but despite the constant need for refurbishment, the beloved landmark’s hold on the city is unbreakable.

MILAN, Italy — Dedicated to Santa Maria Nascente (Nativity of St. Mary), the Milan Cathedral, also called Duomo di Milano or “Duomo,” is the seat of the Archbishop of Milan. It took nearly ...

Milan's main cathedral has put its 135 spires up for adoption as it seeks to raise funds for renovations. Donors who contribute 100,000 euros (£80,000) to the Gothic building will have their ...