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Iglesia Catedral de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción - Nuestra Señora de la Asunción Church-Cathedral
A church which took on great importance
The lower section of the church dates from the early 13th century. The upper section of the church dates from the 14th century, while the cloister dates from the 15th century, although they have seen major reforms.
The building has three naves with four sections. The sanctuary has three polygonal chapels. The cross vault has ogival vaults on cross-shaped pillar columns. The cloister is square with pointed arcades. There is no decoration. The inside houses the mausoleum of Menéndez Pelayo, designed by Victorio Macho.
Practical info
Construction: Cathedral
Origin: 12th century
Artistic period: Gothic
Historic period: 13th century - 15th century
Location
Plaza del Obispo José E. Eguino s/n
39002 Santander (Cantabria)
http://www.turismodecantabria.com/patrimonio_ficha.php?id=89Tel.:+34 942226024/ +34 942203000
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From Monday to Friday
From 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
From 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM
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From 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
From 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Public holidays and Sundays
From 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM
From 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Santísimo Cristo church: 1 July to 31 August, 8am-1pm and 4-8pm. 1 September to 30 June: 8am-1pm and 5-8pm.
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Admission free
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Free guided tours in July and August, every 30 minutes, from 10am
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