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Cathedral of Astorga

Cathedral of Astorga

Region: Montañas del Teleno
City: Astorga
Historical facts:

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Begun in the 15th century as an extension of the Romanesque temple from the 11th and 13th centuries, it enlargement continued through the 18th century. Thanks to this we can admire Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassic examples.

Split in three naves, the central is wider than the others, with attached chapels. The Baroque façade appears as an altarpiece.

The main altarpiece, by Gaspar de Becerra; the Renaissance set of chairs at the choir; the organ; Our Lady of the Majesty, from the 12th century; the Hail Mary Most Pure (La Purísima), by Gregorio Fernández; the sacristy; and the cloister are just one sample of what visitors can find at the cathedral.



USEFUL DATA

Address: Plaza de la Catedral s/n, 24700, Astorga (León).

Phone number: (+34) 987 61 58 20 / (+34) 987 61 53 50

Fax: (+34) 987 60 30 65

Opening hours:

  • From october 1 to June 30: 
    • Monday through Sunday, from 9.30 AM to 12.00 PM and 4.30 to 6 PM.
  • From July 1 to September 30:
    • Monday through Sunday, from 9.00 AM to 12.00 PM and 5 to 6.30 PM.

 

 

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