Porta Nova (New Gate), Salerno
The New Gate emerged in 1754 under the skilled craftsmanship of master Ragozzino. This imposing gate replaced the former Porta Elina, exhibiting an elegant eighteenth-century style adorned with marble and crowned by the magnificent statue of San Matteo. The sculptor Francesco Pagano contributed to the gate's artistic finesse, completing the statue in 1756.
The square opposite the New Gate, historically significant, hosted the renowned San Matteo Fair during the Middle Ages and modern era. This fair was a prestigious gathering, drawing merchants from across Southern Italy to showcase and trade a diverse array of goods. The square, once a bustling marketplace, also served as the site for capital sentences in times past.
On the right side of Portanova Square, a vivid reminder of the area's historical gravity persists in the form of a late seventeenth-century wall painting known as the Madonna delle Grazie. This votive aedicule once provided a poignant backdrop as the condemned offered their final prayers. Across from this memorial stands the church of San Pietro in Vinculis, historically affiliated with the brotherhood of the same name, offering solace and aid to prisoners.
The square opposite the New Gate, historically significant, hosted the renowned San Matteo Fair during the Middle Ages and modern era. This fair was a prestigious gathering, drawing merchants from across Southern Italy to showcase and trade a diverse array of goods. The square, once a bustling marketplace, also served as the site for capital sentences in times past.
On the right side of Portanova Square, a vivid reminder of the area's historical gravity persists in the form of a late seventeenth-century wall painting known as the Madonna delle Grazie. This votive aedicule once provided a poignant backdrop as the condemned offered their final prayers. Across from this memorial stands the church of San Pietro in Vinculis, historically affiliated with the brotherhood of the same name, offering solace and aid to prisoners.
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Sight Name: Porta Nova (New Gate)
Sight Location: Salerno, Italy (See walking tours in Salerno)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Salerno, Italy (See walking tours in Salerno)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Salerno, Italy
Create Your Own Walk in Salerno
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Salerno Introduction Walking Tour
A vibrant seaport on the southeastern fringe of Italy's famed Amalfi Coast 鈥� the one often viewed as an attraction for jet-setters, 鈥� Salerno stands apart from its glitzy counterparts in that it is favored by those who seek a serene yet captivating retreat.
Human settlement at Salerno dates back to pre-historic times. The city's name, believed to have originated from the Latin... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Human settlement at Salerno dates back to pre-historic times. The city's name, believed to have originated from the Latin... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Salerno Medieval Architecture Walking Tour
Salerno's medieval architecture is a captivating tapestry woven with the threads of history, culture, and craftsmanship. Our journey through its facets starts by the sea, at the ancient New Gate (Porta Nova) that once served as a crucial entry point to the city, welcoming travelers and protecting residents within its sturdy walls.
Our next stop is the picturesque Medieval Aqueduct... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
Our next stop is the picturesque Medieval Aqueduct... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles