Things to do in Seville's Cathedral
The cathedral of Seville, also known as the Cathedral of Santa María de la Sede, is an important point of interest for those who choose Spain as a holiday destination. It is the world's largest Gothic cathedral and the third largest Christian temple after St. Peter's Basilica in Rome and St. Paul's Cathedral in London. In 1987 it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The cathedral is located in the heart of the city. Its construction dates back to 1401 on the site of the former Great Mosque, of which the cathedral retains the Orange Tree Courtyard and the minaret, now known as the Giralda. Seville Cathedral was converted into a Christian church in 1248 when the city was conquered by Ferdinand III of Castile. It consists of 5 naves and 25 chapels, where you can admire the work of important Spanish painters.
"Let's make a Church where those who see its carvings think we're mad": thus did the city interpret the Canons of Seville in 1401 during the meetings in which it was decided that the city's old mosque should be demolished. Unknowingly, they were announcing the creation of this imposing architectural work. The exterior is characterized by an impressive set of reliefs. The name of the architect who designed it, however, is unknown.
The Seville Cathedral is made up of the Giralda tower, the Orange Tree Courtyard, the roofs, the Door of Forgiveness, the Door of Conception, the Door of Sticks, the Door of Bells, the Door of the Prince, the Door of Saint Michael, the Door of Assumption and the Door of Baptism.
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Seville Cathedral and Giralda small group guided tour
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Royal Alcazar, Cathedral and Giralda small group tour
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Join a small group tour to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Seville Cathedral. Skip the line, learn its history, and climb the Giralda for city views.
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Guided tour of the Cathedral of Seville and Giralda Tower
Discover the secrets of Seville Cathedral and Giralda Tower with a knowledgeable guide. Book your guided tour now.
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Guided tour of the Cathedral and the Royal Alcázar of Seville
See the best of Seville on this 3-hour guided tour. Visit the Christian Cathedral, the Giralda tower and the Royal Alcázar with its beautiful Arabic rooms.
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Catedral de Sevilla skip-the-line tickets and guided tour
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Monumental Seville official guided tour
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Seville's Cathedral
Seville
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Reviews Seville's Cathedral
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“The tour guide on the cathedral tour was accommodating throughout. Wed booked the wrong tour and didn't speak Spanish but he spoke in English to us when he could. Very attentive”
“Possibly the timing could be improved as the gardens experience felt rushed in comparison to the cathedral. But the tour guide was very knowledge which was great.”
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