Porta della Mandorla
Florence, Italy
It features a unique sculpted portal from the late 14th to early 15th century, whose name "Mandorla" comes from the shape of the Madonna's halo.
Porta della Mandorla is the northern door of the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral in Florence, famous for its carved portal. Work on it lasted from the late 14th to the early 15th century, with contributions from artists such as Nanni di Banco and Donatello. The name “Mandorla” (almond) refers to the shape of the halo surrounding the Madonna in the central sculpture. The portal is an example of Gothic and early Renaissance sculpture.
- Visit time: 20 min
How long does it take to visit Porta della Mandorla?
Plan about 20 min.
Nearby
- Florence Cathedral — 20 m
- Brunelleschi's Dome — 40 m
- Cripta di Santa Reparata — 60 m
- Teatro Niccolini — 60 m
- Gustavino Duomo — 80 m
- Giotto's Campanile — 90 m
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