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Italy is a land of churches and cathedrals. In almost every Italian city, one can see some beautiful churches and picturesque cathedrals. They are one of the major attractions in Italy. Churches in Italy gives you the idea of visiting some extremely remarkable churches.

Rome boasts of many marvelous churches . The splendid art work, elegant decoration, frescoes and paintings in the interiors, all sum up to give the churches gorgeous looks. Some of the most exquisite structures are, St. John Lateran Cathedral of the Pope, St. Peter's, S. Maria Maggiore and S. Maria ad Martyres. The very impressive St. John Lateran Cathedral of the Pope features the tomb of Lorenzo Valla and a Roman sarcophagus. The elegant interior is just awesome. The majestic structure of St. Peter's with its intricate designs of arches, portico, altars, chapels, carved doors, walls and ceilings, simply stands apart. Another palatial structure is that of the S. Maria Maggiore. The astounding exterior of this church complements the rich interiors. The imposing structure of S. Maria and Martyres is a significant example of Roman architecture.

The massive St. Paul's church with its lavish interiors is a notable structure. The walls, the floors, the doors, the porticos and the altars are quite admirable. You will also get to see some amazing paintings and portraits inside the church. The sober and simple style of the S. Lorenzo fuori le Mura is a worthwhile architecture to be seen in Rome. Churches in Italy strongly recommends the Duomo in Milan. It is one of the most impressive and renowned cathedrals in Europe. The intricate design and splendid architecture are simply superb. You cannot even recognize the flow of time gazing at this imposing structure. The splendor and charm will certainly allure you to the core. San Lorenzo and Sant' Ambrogio are other churches not to be missed out from your tour chart.

Umbria houses some extremely beautiful and exclusive churches amidst a natural setting. Some of them are, Ancarano : la Madonna Bianca, Assisi, Perugia, S. Eutizio and S. Pietro in Valle. Churches in Italy also suggests you to visit the churches in Tuscany and in the Marche. Some of the most charming and unique ones are, Sansepolcro and Sigliano in Tuscany, and Fossombrone and S. Vincenzo al Furlo in the Marche.