Cathedral of los Santos Niños Justo y Pastor de Alcalá de Henares

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Cathedral of los Santos Niños Justo y Pastor de Alcalá de Henares, Gothic cathedral in central Alcalá de Henares, Spain

The cathedral features three naves covered with cross vaults, side naves with tiercerons, and a central ambulatory following Gothic architectural principles.

Built on the site of martyrdom of two children in 304, the initial chapel from 414 evolved through multiple reconstructions into the current cathedral structure.

The cathedral holds the designation of Magistral, requiring its canons to possess doctoral degrees in Theology, sharing this distinction with Saint Peter's of Leuven.

Visitors can contact the cathedral at +34 667 696 323 or visitas.catedraldealcala@gmail.com, located at Plaza de los Santos Niños in Alcalá de Henares.

The cathedral contains the incorrupt body of San Diego of Alcalá and houses Cardinal Cisneros's tomb within its walls.

Location: Alcalá de Henares

Inception: 414

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

Website: http://catedraldealcala.org

GPS coordinates: 40.48053,-3.36926

Latest update: May 19, 2025 19:50

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