Murcia's Cathedral

The cathedral combines Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance architectural elements across its three naves, twenty-three chapels, and a 95-meter-tall bell tower.

Construction began in 1291 on the site of a former mosque after King Jaime I conquered the city during the Mudéjar revolt of 1264.

The cathedral houses significant religious art collections, including paintings, gilded wooden sculptures, and ornate carvings depicting saints and biblical figures.

Located in Plaza del Cardenal Belluga, the cathedral offers wheelchair accessibility and maintains regular visiting hours for tourists throughout the year.

The heart and internal organs of King Alfonso X the Wise rest beneath the main altar as a testament to his connection with Murcia.

Location: Murcia

Inception: 1291

Architects: Jaume Bort i Melià

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

Height: 95 m

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Address: Plaza del Cardenal Belluga 30001 Murcia

Phone: +34968216344

Website: http://diocesisdecartagena.org/es/inicio/diocesis/catedral.aspx

GPS coordinates: 37.98404,-1.12865

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:29