Where is the cathedral of Burgos?
Burgos
Burgos Cathedral/Province
Who built the Burgos cathedral?
Simón de Colonia
Juan de ColoniaJuan de VallejoJuan de Castaneda
Burgos Cathedral/Architects
What is the architectural style for the Burgos cathedral?
Gothic architecture
Burgos Cathedral/Architectural styles
Construction on the Cathedral began in 1221 and was completed in 1567. It is a comprehensive example of the evolution of Gothic style, with the entire history of Gothic art exhibited in its superb architecture and unique collection of art, including paintings, choir stalls, reredos, tombs, and stained-glass windows.
What is the Burgos Cathedral in Spain?
What is the name of the cathedral in Burgos?
Santa María de Burgos Cathedral
The Santa María Cathedral The Santa María de Burgos Cathedral is a gothic temple dedicated to the Holy Virgin Maria, and its official name is Metropolitan Basilica Holy Church (Santa Iglesia Catedral Basílica) of Santa María de Burgos.
Where is the Cathedral of Saint Mary of Burgos?
The Cathedral of Saint Mary of Burgos ( Spanish: Santa Iglesia Basílica Catedral Metropolitana de Santa María de Burgos) is a Catholic church dedicated to the Virgin Mary located in the historical center of the Spanish city of Burgos. Its official name is Santa Iglesia Catedral Basílica Metropolitana de Santa María de Burgos.
Where did the limestone for Burgos Cathedral come from?
The construction and renovations were made with limestone extracted from the quarries of the nearby town of Hontoria de la Cantera .
Where was the bridal ceremony held in Burgos?
The bridal ceremony was held precisely in the old Romanesque cathedral. The cathedral was located just at the point where the slope of the hill, presided over by the Castle of Burgos, begins to rise. The construction was initiated at the front and at the presbytery, where the founding bishop was buried.
What are the most famous places in Burgos?
The three most notable are the cathedral, with its chapel of the Condestables de Castilla (Lords Constable of Castile), the monastery of Las Huelgas and the Carthusian monastery of Miraflores.