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Showing posts with label La Seu. Show all posts
Showing posts with label La Seu. Show all posts

Saturday, July 10, 2021

The Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma (La Seu/Palma de Mallorca) - Barcelona, Spain

 




Also known as "Cathedral of the Sea", "Cathedral of the Space", "Cathedral of the Light" and La Seu.

It is 121 meters long, 40 meters wide with a nave of 44 meters tall, built in Catalan Gothic style architecture with mixtures of Northern European modern and contemporary designs.

The Cathedral was founded by King James I of Aragon in 1229, began its construction in the 13th century and finally completed in 1630's. It is located on top of the former citadel of the Roman City within the old city of Palma, overlooking the Parc de la Mar and the Mediterranean Sea.

Inside features 3 naves resting on 44-meter tall octagonal pillars which houses the majestic Royal Chapel, and the tombs of James II, James III, Bishop Antonio Gallina and Clemente VIII.

Photo Credit by Trip Advisor

Bell tower was completed in 1498 consisting of 9 bells, the largest which is known as "Eloi".