St. James' Cathedral, Gothic cathedral in Casco Viejo, Spain
The Cathedral of Saint James stands 64 meters tall with Gothic architecture, featuring a prominent spire, fifteen chapels, and intricate stone carvings throughout its structure.
Built in the early 1400s, this religious structure predates the establishment of Bilbao itself and received its cathedral status in 1955 after centuries as a church.
The cathedral forms part of the Northern Way of Santiago de Compostela, making it an essential stop for pilgrims traveling through northern Spain.
Visitors can access the cathedral daily from 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM, with a small fee of one euro required to enter the medieval cloister section.
Stone carvings on the exterior walls depict local merchants from different periods, creating a historical record of Bilbao's commercial development through the centuries.
Location: Bilbao
Inception: 14 century
Architectural style: Gothic architecture, Gothic Revival
Height: 64 m
Length: 51.5 m
Width: 22.3 m
Part of: Casco Viejo, Camino del Norte
Website: http://catedraldebilbao.blogspot.com.es
GPS coordinates: 43.25694,-2.92389
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:26
Bilbao combines modern art, Gothic architecture, and Basque traditions. The city features the Guggenheim Museum, medieval cathedrals, Europe's largest indoor market, and the Maritime Museum. The Nervión promenade connects historic bridges with contemporary architecture.
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