Cathedral of Santo Domingo de la Calzada
Cathedral of Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Medieval cathedral along the Way of Saint James in Santo Domingo de la Calzada, Spain.
The cathedral features three naves with a central one rising higher, complemented by a transept and ambulatory containing three apse chapels.
Construction of this Romanesque cathedral began in 1158, followed by modifications during the fourteenth and sixteenth centuries that shaped its current appearance.
The main altarpiece, crafted from alabaster and walnut in 1545, represents Spanish Renaissance sculpture created by artist Damián Forment.
The cathedral maintains a permanent exhibition space, offers guided tours, and provides a shop where visitors can purchase related merchandise.
Inside the building, a hen house contains live birds commemorating the legend of a miracle involving a rooster, a hen, and a pilgrim.
Location: Santo Domingo de la Calzada
Inception: 11 century
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Part of: Way of Saint James in La Rioja
Website: https://catedralsantodomingo.org
GPS coordinates: 42.44108,-2.95353
Latest update: September 24, 2025 10:56
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