Co-Cathedral of Santa María, Vigo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Co-Cathedral of Santa María |
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Concatedral de Santa María de Vigo
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Facade of the building.
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| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Ecclesiastical or organizational status | Co-Cathedral |
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| Location | Vigo, Spain |
| Architecture | |
| Architectural style | Baroque, neoclassical |
| Completed | 1834 |
| Direction of façade | West |
The Co-Cathedral of Santa María, also known as Vigo Co-Cathedral, is a historic church in Vigo, Spain. Locals often call it La Colegiata. It is a special Catholic building that mixes two old styles: Baroque and Neoclassical.
This church is called a "co-cathedral" because it shares its main role with the Tui Cathedral. Both churches serve as important centers for the Diocese of Tui-Vigo.
History of the Co-Cathedral
The first church on this spot was destroyed a long time ago. In 1585, soldiers led by Francis Drake burned it down. After that, a new church was built in the Neoclassical style. It was finished in 1834.
This building is very important in Spain. It is officially recognized as a "Bien de Interés Cultural". This means it's a protected cultural site. In 2020, the Vatican gave the co-cathedral an even higher honor. They named it a basilica, which is a special title for important churches.
What the Co-Cathedral Looks Like
This beautiful basilica has three main sections inside, called naves. The front of the church, known as the façade, has simple but elegant decorations. On the right side of the façade, you can see a unique sundial. It faces west, so it catches the afternoon sun.
See also
In Spanish: Concatedral de Santa María (Vigo) para niños
