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BARCELONA CATHEDRAL
From its Gothic cloister and Baroque chapels to its splendid, 19th-century
façade, the Cathedral, dating from 1298, is an amalgam of architectural
styles, each one paying homage to a period in Spain's religious history. Re-
cords show that an early Christian baptistry was established here in the 6th
century, later replaced by a Romanesque basilica in the 11th century, which
gave way to the current Gothic Cathedral. This living monument still func-
tions as the Barri Gòtic's spiritual hub.
Plaça de la Seu • 93 342 82 62 • Metro: Liceu, Jaume I
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Cathedral • 8am-12:45pm (to 1:45pm Sun), 5:15-7:30pm daily (until
8pm Sat & Sun) • church and cloister free access, rooftops (via lift) €2.50,
choir €2.50; guided tours (inc choir, rooftops and museum) 1-5pm daily
(from 2pm Sun) €6
1. MAIN FACADE
Flanking the entrance of the 19th-century façade are twin towers,
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stained-glass windows and 100 carved angels. An eight-year restoration was com-
pleted in 2011.
2. CHOIR STALLS
The lavish choir stalls (1340), crowned with wooden spires, are decorated with col-
ourful coats of arms by artist Joan de Borgonya.
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3. CLOISTER
Gracedwithafountain,palmtreesandroaminggeese,thecloisterdatesbacktothe
14th century. The mossy fountain is presided over by a small, iron statue of Sant
Jordi (St George).
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