Church of the Holy Cross (Cádiz) facts for kids
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| Native name Spanish: Iglesia de la Santa Cruz |
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| Location | Cádiz, Spain |
| Official name: Catedral de Santa Cruz | |
| Type | Non-movable |
| Criteria | Monument |
| Designated | 1987 |
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The Church of the Holy Cross (in Spanish, Iglesia de la Santa Cruz) is an important Roman Catholic church located in the sunny city of Cádiz, Spain. For many years, it served as the main cathedral for the Diocese of Cádiz y Ceuta. This was from 1602 until 1838, when a bigger, newer Cádiz Cathedral was finally finished.
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What is the Church of the Holy Cross?
The Church of the Holy Cross is a historic religious building in Cádiz, Spain. It is a place where people of the Roman Catholic faith gather for worship. For over 200 years, it was the most important church in the area. It was the main church for the bishop, making it a cathedral.
How Old is the Church of the Holy Cross?
The very first church on this spot was built a long, long time ago. It was in the year 1262. This happened right after King Alfonso X of Spain took control of the city of Cádiz.
Why Was a New Church Built?
The first church building did not last forever. In 1596, a group of ships from England and the Netherlands attacked Cádiz. This fleet was led by Admiral Edward Howard. During this attack, the city was taken over, and the first Church of the Holy Cross was sadly destroyed by fire.
Because the original church was gone, a brand new one had to be built. This new building, which is the one we see today, was finished in 1602. It took several years to complete this important reconstruction.
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The Church of the Holy Cross in Cádiz, Spain.
See also
In Spanish: Iglesia de Santa Cruz (Cádiz) para niños
