Via Monsignore Blandamura, 7, 74121 Taranto TA
Departing from Naples, you can reach Taranto by car by taking the A3 from Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi via Via Galileo Ferraris. Continue along the A3 and A2/E45 to Sicignano degli Alburni, taking the exit for Potenza. Then proceed along the E847 and later the Jonica State Road 106 (E90) until you reach Via Monsignore Blandamura, where the Co-Cathedral “Grande Madre di Dio” is located—one of the main places of worship in the city.
Several bus routes are available from Naples Central Station, operated by Trenitalia and FlixBus. Depending on the service chosen, the final stop may vary slightly, but all buses arrive in central Taranto, from where a connecting bus is required to reach the destination.
You can reach the center of Taranto by train from Naples Central Station. The train stops at Potenza station before ending its journey on the west side of Piazza della Libertà in Taranto. From there, another bus is needed to reach the area near the Co-Cathedral.
The Co-Cathedral of the Great Mother of God in Taranto, designed by the renowned architect and designer Gio Ponti, is considered one of the most iconic works of 20th-century Italian architecture. Inaugurated on December 6, 1970, the church stands out for its innovative design, which harmoniously blends traditional elements with modern forms. The main façade, featuring a perforated structure reminiscent of a sail, symbolizes the profound connection between the city of Taranto and the sea. The interior, spacious and filled with natural light, is designed to accommodate a large congregation, reflecting the concept of an open and inclusive church. The Co-Cathedral embodies a perfect synthesis of functionality and symbolism, showcasing Ponti's vision of architecture as a dialogue with the surrounding environment and the community.
