Catedral de Cádiz
Catedral de Cádiz · Cádiz
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It took 116 years to complete, which explains the evident mix of styles. Construction began in the Baroque style and was completed in the Neoclassical style. Inside, it houses sculptures from the old cathedral.
The towers and the sacristy were the last parts to be built, well into the 19th century. Of particular note are the vaults above the high altar and the choir stalls, although the latter were not originally part of the cathedral. It preserves Baroque sculptures of great beauty.
The church is crowned by a dome with gilded tiles, giving it a striking appearance. The brilliant Manuel de Falla is buried in the crypt.
Since 2003, the Torre de Poniente has provided the city with a new tourist attraction. A ramp leads up to the bell tower, the construction of which began in the 18th century, the golden age of Cádiz. From the top of the tower, you can take in the full beauty of the city stretching out all around.
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