Admire the complex Romanesque and Gothic facade of Cattedrale di Asmara. Built in 1922 by the Italian colonial government, this brick and stone edifice features a 52 m (170 ft) belfry clock tower and a number of ornate pinnacles. Step inside to see the ornately decorated interior with arches and chandeliers, and the play of light coming from round side-windows and the main cupola. The building serves as the seat of the Eritrean Archeparchy of Asmara. PutCattedrale di Asmara into our Asmara trip itinerary builder site and find out what's close by, where to stay, and where to head next.
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I have no idea why Eritreans would enjoy such a feature in heir country, a city that's a reminder of the horrid Italian rule.
I have no idea why Eritreans would enjoy such a feature in heir country, a city that's a reminder of the horrid Italian rule. more »
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It feels like being in European city amazing clean calm . It is very safe beautiful weather . It is very big cathedral you can take so many pics from different angle very historical place .
It feels like being in European city amazing clean calm . It is very safe beautiful weather . It is very big cathedral you can take so many pics from different angle very historical place . more »
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