Plasencia cathedral, Catholic cathedral in Plasencia, Spain
Plasencia Cathedral comprises two separate structures: the Old Cathedral featuring Romanesque design and the New Cathedral displaying Gothic and Renaissance characteristics. Both buildings contain interconnected spaces including chapels, a choir, and rooms that visitors can explore.
The Old Cathedral dates to the 13th century with Romanesque architecture, while construction of the New Cathedral began in 1498 under architects Enrique Egas and Gil de Hontañón. The later building reflects the shift from Gothic to Renaissance artistic styles during this transitional period.
The cathedral museum displays religious artworks from Spanish and Flemish painters, reflecting how art shaped the spiritual life of the city. These pieces show the artistic traditions that visitors encountered when they came to pray.
The complex opens daily for visitors and guided tours are available through both buildings, the museum, and the chapter house. Comfortable shoes are recommended as exploring both structures and their interior spaces requires walking through interconnected passages.
The choir features Royal Catholic Seats that were reserved for the highest church officials and nobility. The main altarpiece displays paintings by artists such as Francisco Rizi and Luis Fernández, noted for their detailed religious scenes.
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