Girona Cathedral

Girona has had a cathedral since the 6th century, the bishops of Girona even had similar importance to that of Toledo and Seville. During the Muslim occupation between the years 715 and 785, the cathedral was transformed into a mosque. The construction of the current cathedral began in the 11th century but continued until the 13th century, explaining the mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture.

About this building

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Key Features

  • Architecture
  • Monuments
  • Interior features

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