Campo Santo Cemetery

Piazza del Duomo, 17, 56126 Pisa PI, Italy

One notable structure in the Square of Miracles is the Monument Cemetery. Located on the side of the Cathedral, this complex is made of stone like the other buildings and has a beautiful and peaceful courtyard. Perhaps the most famous part of this complex is the courtyard - a wide lawn surrounded by beautiful flowers and the outer walls are lined with ornate arches to create a stunning setting. and charming.

Camposanto Cemetery was built on an earlier burial site, by the artist Giovanni di Simone in 1278. The cemetery was originally designed to be a church, named Santissima Trinita (Most Holy Trinity), but the idea changed during the construction of the project. The western part of Camposanto was built initially, and the eastern part was completed later, leading to the completion of the project in 1464.

The cemetery is a huge, elongated structure and a beautiful specimen of Gothic architecture. It has been designed with 43 tomb arches on the outer wall, making it a sight to behold for tourists!

A large number of tombs are located under the arches, while a few have been built on the central lawn. The interior of the building has been designed with intricate and elaborate circular arches, with fine stripes and slender lines, which add to the artistic beauty of the historic building.

The most admirable feature of Camposanto Monumentale Pisa, is the beautiful frescoes on its walls. They were created in 1360, but a bombing in 1944, which led to a fire at the church, damaged the magnificent fresco specimens. After World War II, restoration work was carried out and damaged roofs and frescoes were built to restore them to their former glory. Once restored, the frescoes are being transported back to their original locations, to let tourists and enthusiasts enjoy Camposanto's truly exquisite beauty.

The cemetery is an essential tourist destination for every tourist who wants to truly enjoy the true beauty of Pisa.

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Nearby attractions

Piazza dei Cavalieri

Piazza dei Cavalieri, an important landmark in Italy, is one of the main squares of Pisa. A political center in the Middle Ages, this place was significant due to the fact that it was once the headquarters of the Knights Order. The Knights of St. Stephen built this place in the mid-16th century.

Church of Santa Maria Della Spina

Although this church is actually quite small, it is considered one of the most beautiful in Pisa due to its ornate design and beautiful location on the banks of the River Arno. First created in the 13th century, the building is Gothic with a series of elegant pointed arches and several rose windows. When walking along the Lungomare neighborhood, this church is definitely worth a visit.