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Cathedral of Saint Bavo, Roman Catholic cathedral in Haarlem, Netherlands

The Cathedral of Saint Bavo exhibits Romanesque Revival and Art Nouveau architectural elements, with two prominent towers reaching towards the sky at its western facade.

Construction of the cathedral began in 1895 under architect Joseph Cuypers, with the completion of towers delayed until 1927 due to financial limitations.

The cathedral houses a museum in its former sacristy, displaying historical artifacts and ecclesiastical garments that represent Haarlem's Catholic heritage.

The cathedral maintains a capacity of 1,100 people and serves as the main cathedral for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Haarlem-Amsterdam.

The building incorporates Byzantine influences in its neo-romanesque design, featuring intricate stone work and detailed architectural ornaments throughout its structure.

Location: Haarlem

Inception: 1930

Architects: Joseph Cuypers

Official opening: 1930

Architectural style: Romanesque Revival architecture, Art Nouveau architecture

Capacity: 1100

Part of: complejo arquitectónico de San Bavón

Address: Leidsevaart 146

Website: http://rkbavo.nl

GPS coordinates: 52.37639,4.62222

Latest update: May 19, 2025 17:33

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