Mondoñedo Cathedral facts for kids
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Catedral de Mondoñedo
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| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Ecclesiastical or organizational status | Cathedral |
| Year consecrated | 1248 |
| Location | |
| Location | Mondoñedo (Lugo), Spain |
| Architecture | |
| Architectural style | Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque |
| Direction of façade | West |
| Type | Cultural |
| Criteria | ii, iv, vi |
| Designated | 2015 (32nd session) |
| Parent listing | Routes of Santiago de Compostela: Camino Francés and Routes of Northern Spain |
| Reference no. | 669bis-015 |
| Region | Europe and North America |
| Type | Non-movable |
| Criteria | Monument |
| 23 May 1902 | |
| RI-51-0000080 | |
The Mondoñedo Cathedral is a very old and beautiful church in the town of Mondoñedo, which is in the Galicia region of Spain. It is a Roman Catholic cathedral, meaning it is the main church for a bishop.
This cathedral shows off two main building styles: Romanesque and Gothic. Most of it was built a long, long time ago, between the years 1219 and 1243. Later, in the 1700s, the front of the building was changed, and its towers were added.
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A Look at Mondoñedo Cathedral's History
The building of the Mondoñedo Cathedral started in 1219. It took many years to build, and the church was officially opened in 1248. Imagine how much work went into building such a large and detailed structure without modern tools!
Becoming a National Treasure
Because of its importance and beauty, the Mondoñedo Cathedral was named a national monument in Spain in 1902. This means it is a special place that is protected by the government.
What the Cathedral Looks Like
The front of the cathedral has a beautiful round window called a rosette window. This type of window is a classic feature of Gothic buildings.
See also
In Spanish: Catedral de Mondoñedo para niños
