We the Italians April 18, 2016 - 78 | Page 57

tH # 78 APRIL 18 , 2016 the Renaissance Porta Albana, the design of which is attributed to the architect Ippolito Scalza; the Tempietto of San Bonaventura, with a Greek cross plan and a dome; and the Cathedral of San Nicola. The present day temple was first re- novated in 1606, and has undergone a number of changes. Precious works inside include a Bible from the 12th century, which may have belonged to St. Bonaventure, and the silver reliquary in the shape of an arm giving a blessing, which WE THE ITALIANS | 57 www.wetheitalians.com