Spain is synonymous with culture, art and above all heritage. Do you want to know which are the largest cathedrals in Spain? Well, in our country you can find unique cathedrals of different styles and periods. They all have a different history and were built for different causes.
If you want to visit the largest cathedrals in Spain, take a look at this list. Let's go there!
The Basilica of the Pillar
The Basilica del Pilar is one of the best-known buildings in our country and of course it had to be on this list.
The most striking features of this historic building are its 130 meters high, being one of the largest cathedrals in Spain. The style that predominates in the Basilica del Pilar is baroque, rococo and part of the neoclassical style can also be found.
Curious fact: the Virgen del Pilar appeared on the banks of the Ebro River and for this reason this name is given to this basilica.
In addition, the Pilar Cathedral is of special importance, since the Virgen del Pilar is the patron saint of Spain and every October 12 is a national holiday in his honor. Zaragoza celebrates the Pilar festivals, which are very popular in the region.
Palencia Cathedral
This is another of the largest cathedrals that exist in Spain, since it is 130 meters high like the Basilica del Pilar.
The styles that you can find in this cathedral are Renaissance and Gothic. The most striking part of the Cathedral of Palencia is the façade, since it is unique and shows all the Renaissance art of the time.
Inside the cathedral of Palencia you can find a buried saint, who is the patron saint of the city and is called San Antolín. Many tourists say that this is one of the most beautiful cathedrals in Spain.
However, for many Spaniards this is one of the most unknown here, since Palencia is not a particularly touristy place.
Seville Cathedral
With its 105 meters high, the Cathedral of Seville had to occupy an important place in this ranking. It is one of the best-known cathedrals internationally, since Seville is a very touristic city. As the song says: «Seville has a special color».
The style that predominates in the Cathedral of Seville is Gothic. Being one of the largest Gothic cathedrals that exist in the world.
The main objective with which this cathedral was built was to give an important place to the city of Seville, since it wanted to demonstrate the wealth of the city. In addition, the Catholic Monarchs visited it continuously. The remains of Christopher Columbus lie inside.
Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela
We could not fail to name within this list the famous cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, since this is where the Camino de Santiago ends. It is the favorite place of the pilgrims who decide to follow this path every year. In addition, here lie the remains of the apostle Santiago. It is one of the most emblematic buildings in Spain and one of the best known internationally, as is the Cathedral of Seville.
The Cathedral of Santiago it is 100 m high and it is quite imposing when seen in person. If you want to visit it, it is best to go in winter, since in summer different events are usually organized and it is always full of pilgrims, curious people and tourists.
Toledo Cathedral
Although the Cathedral of Toledo is of gothic style, It is one of the lowest cathedrals in Europe, it is about 92 meters high.
For many historians and lovers of art they say that the Cathedral of Toledo is a great work of Gothic being a unique jewel in Europe.
What is striking about this monument is that It has walls that have been made with white limestone and its vaults are unique within Gothic architecture.
In addition, inside the cathedral there is a large collection of precious stones that are exclusive and can be visited.
Leon Cathedral
This cathedral has a curious history and it is that It was built on the ruins of what were Roman baths. The interior of the cathedral is quite impressive and has a collection of unique pieces of neoclassical and Romanesque art. Keep in mind that Romanesque art can only be found in Spain and other countries in southern Europe.
In addition, the stained glass windows, towers and walls of the cathedral make it a unique and imposing monument in Spain.
The height of the León Cathedral is about 90 meters.
Burgos cathedral
The cathedral of Burgos could not be left out since it is a cathedral of about 88 meters high.
Its Gothic style predominates in the facade and sculptures outside the cathedral. It is one of the best preserved cathedrals in Spain and one of the oldest.
In addition, many pilgrims who make the Camino de Santiago begin their journey in Burgos. It is a must place to visit at some point in Spain.
Cathedral of Cadiz
As they say Cádiz is known for being the Little Havana in Europe. The Cathedral of the Americas was built to commemorate the good commercial relationship that existed between Spain and the Latin American continent..
That is why you can find in this cathedral three different styles: Gothic, Rococo and Neoclassical.
However, his height is not great since It only measures 74 meters.
Granada Cathedral
This cathedral is one of the most important in Spain, since the Catholic Monarchs are buried here. Formally in Granada it is known as the Cathedral of the Incarnation and has a height of only 57 m.
However, what most attracts tourists and locals to this cathedral is that it is located in a very small square which still makes this cathedral more imposing than it already is.
Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba
This is one of the most visited historic buildings and monuments in Andalusia, because it is unique. Here you can see the mix of cultures that have passed through Spain and especially Andalusia over the centuries.
After more than 8 centuries serving as a mosque, after the reconquest it became a Catholic church.
What will be your next destination? What other cathedrals would you include in the list?