Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar
Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar, Catholic minor basilica in Plaza del Pilar, Zaragoza, Spain
The Cathedral-Basilica features four corner towers, eleven domes with colored tiles, and spans 130 meters in length by 67 meters in width.
Construction started in 1681 under King Charles II of Spain, with architects Felipe Sanchez and Francisco Herrera the Younger leading the initial development phases.
The basilica contains frescoes by Francisco Goya and houses the revered statue of the Virgin Mary in its Holy Chapel, attracting pilgrims from Spain and Latin America.
Mass services occur hourly, with separate entrances for the Main Altar and Santa Capilla sections, while entry to both areas remains free of charge.
The basilica functions as a co-cathedral alongside La Seo, combining Baroque, Neoclassical, and Rococo architectural elements throughout its expansive structure.
Location: Zaragoza
Inception: 1681
Architects: José Felipe de Busiñac, Felipe Sánchez, Francisco Herrera the Younger
Architectural style: Rococo, baroque architecture, Neoclassical architecture
Length: 130 m
Width: 67 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Website: http://www.basilicadelpilar.es/inicio.htm
Part of: Ruta mariana, European Marian Network
Address: Plaza del Pilar 50003 Zaragoza
Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 06:45-20:30; Sunday 06:45-21:30
Phone: +34976397497
Website: http://basilicadelpilar.es/inicio.htm
GPS coordinates: 41.65688,-0.87833
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:17
This Spanish region contains medieval monasteries, castles, nature parks and geological formations. The provinces of Huesca, Zaragoza and Teruel feature Romanesque churches, Gothic bridges and Moorish architecture. The terrain includes canyons, caves, limestone formations and mountain ranges with hiking trails.
Zaragoza combines Roman and Islamic architecture with modern cultural spaces. The city center features the Basilica del Pilar and La Seo Cathedral, while newer areas contain an aquarium and shopping centers. Traditional tapas bars line the streets of El Tubo district, and the Ebro River provides outdoor spaces.
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