Murcia's Cathedral, Gothic cathedral in Murcia, Spain.
This Catholic house of worship in the Spanish city brings together Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance elements across three naves and twenty-three chapels. A bell tower rising 95 meters (312 feet) marks the skyline above the old quarter and remains visible from many parts of the surrounding area.
Work started in 1291 on the site of a former mosque after King Jaime I took control of the city during the Mudéjar revolt of 1264. Changing builders and styles transformed its appearance over the centuries, with Baroque artists shaping the main facade during the 1700s.
The square takes its name from Cardinal Belluga, whose efforts shaped the baroque facade that now defines the city skyline. Visitors experience a place where religious life and urban history meet daily, as worshippers attend mass and tourists walk through the richly decorated chapels.
The central location on Plaza del Cardenal Belluga makes access easy on foot, and ramps allow wheelchair users to enter. Visitors should note that religious services may affect opening times and modest clothing is expected.
The heart and internal organs of King Alfonso X the Wise rest beneath the main altar, marking his close ties to the city. The Vélez chapel displays intricate carvings of animals, plants, and mythological creatures that form a rare mix of sacred and worldly themes.
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