Three architectural details of Salò

Walking through Salò, along its elegant lakeside promenade or through the streets of the historic center, it is immediately clear how architecture is an integral part of the city’s identity.

Every historic building is an artistic testimony, but also a fragment of the history and culture that Salò has developed over the centuries on Lake Garda.

Let’s discover three iconic places that best represent the character of Salò: the Duomo, the Loggia and the Clock Tower.

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Duomo in Salò
Santa Maria Annunziata

Built starting in the 15th century, it impresses with its imposing size and the sober elegance of its local stone façade.

Inside, the space is wide and bright, enriched by valuable paintings and architectural details that reflect the religious and social centrality of historic Salò.

The Duomo is not only a place of worship, but also a true urban landmark, discreetly dominating the city center.

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Loggia 

Overlooking the lakeside, the Loggia of Salò is one of the city’s most recognizable symbols.

Even today, the Loggia retains a strong symbolic and scenic value, making it one of the most photographed spots along the lakeside and a perfect example of Renaissance public architecture.

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Torre dell' Orologio
(Clock Tower)

The Clock Tower ideally marks the entrance to Salò’s historic center and is one of the city’s most recognizable architectural elements. Its function was twofold: to mark the rhythm of daily life and to represent a sign of urban control and organization.

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