Burgos Cathedral - details and images
Cathedral construction was begun in 1221 by King Ferdinand and Bishop St. Don Mauricio and was finally consecrated in 1260. Later it was extended and embellished with a monastery and several chapels, including the famous Chapel of Constables (sec. 15), Chapel of St. Thecla (18th century), ornaments on the facade (c. 15) and the splendid dome (sec. 16).
Cathedral, inspired by the cathedral of Bourges, built in Gothic style. The most important place of worship in the region, many pilgrims come here to pray. Inside is found the tomb of the hero El Cid, the legendary character and national symbol of Spain.
Burgos Cathedral is one of the most beautiful Gothic buildings and truly deserves the title of Heritage (1984). Cathedral is not just a monument, is primarily a living church, a place of worship and prayer that throughout its long history of artistic movements housed in each period of his dignity and solemnity to add religious ceremonies, praise God and the Christian life.
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