The dome of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence, Italy, was completed in 1436 ... Like a presiding spirit, the cathedral—duomo in Italian—keeps watch over the streetscapes ...

is not only Florence's religious center, but it's also the city's most recognizable attraction. Occupying the Piazza del Duomo in the heart of the city, this massive Gothic cathedral was erected ...

Within this must-see European country, Florence, in the heart of Italy's Tuscany region ... known as the Duomo, is also a must. With over 450 stairs, it's a bit of a difficult climb but well ...