Seville Cathedral

History and Description

The Seville Cathedral, officially the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the See, is the largest Gothic Christian cathedral in the world. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 along with the Royal Alcazar and the Archive of the Indies.

Built between 1401 and 1528 on the site left after the demolition of the old Grand Mosque of Seville, it preserves its minaret (the Giralda) and the Court of Oranges. The building combines elements of late Gothic with Renaissance and Baroque elements.

Inside, it houses the tomb of Christopher Columbus and features masterpieces such as the main altarpiece, considered the largest in the Christian world, with more than 1,000 carved figures.

Key Facts

• Area: 11,520 m² (the world's largest Gothic cathedral)
• Giralda height: 104.5 meters
• UNESCO World Heritage Site: 1987
• Architectural style: Late Gothic
• Construction period: 1401-1528