Burgos Cathedral
About Burgos Cathedral
Burgos’s Cathedral is the third largest in Spain (after Seville and Toledo) and is known for its exuberant Gothic architecture and decorations. The design combines French and German influences with the Spanish style.
The cathedral was started under Ferdinand III in 1221 although there were additions for hundreds of years afterwards. There are 13 chapels including the elaborate Constable’s Chapel, which has an impressive altarpiece as walls as well as the tomb of the Constable of Castilla (who founded the chapel) and his wife. Other highlights include the carved walnut choir stalls and the tomb of the legendary knight El Cid.
The cathedral was started under Ferdinand III in 1221 although there were additions for hundreds of years afterwards. There are 13 chapels including the elaborate Constable’s Chapel, which has an impressive altarpiece as walls as well as the tomb of the Constable of Castilla (who founded the chapel) and his wife. Other highlights include the carved walnut choir stalls and the tomb of the legendary knight El Cid.
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Dec 27, 2008
Burgos is worth a stop, even if it is only to see the cathedral. Its intricate, giant gothic twin spires pierce the Burgalés sky and hints at its history and importance on the Camino de Santiago.
Apr 10, 2010
burgos´s Cathedral is style gothic is most important that other cathedral gothics for exhuberat construction.
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