Viseu Cathedral, Catholic cathedral in Viseu, Portugal
The granite cathedral features two prominent towers on its facade, with six niches containing stone sculptures of religious figures and evangelists.
The construction started in the 12th century under King Afonso Henriques, replacing an earlier temple from the Suevo-Visigothic period discovered through archaeological excavations.
The interior vault displays cross-shaped ribs carved into stone with rope patterns and knots, representing the maritime influence in Portuguese religious architecture.
The cathedral opens daily from 8 AM to 12 PM and 2 PM to 7 PM, while the Sacred Art Museum operates Tuesday through Friday with specific hours.
The wooden ceiling of the 1574 sacristy features paintings including the shield of Bishop Jorge de Ataíde, who supervised its construction.
Location: Viseu
Architectural style: Romanesque art
Operator: Igreja Católica (Diocese de Viseu), Concordata entre a Santa Sé e a República Portuguesa, artigo 6.º, 07 maio 1940
Website: https://diocesedeviseu.pt/catedral
GPS coordinates: 40.66000,-7.91083
Latest update: May 17, 2025 20:02
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