Religious site
Co-Cathedral of Mérida, Spain
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The Co-Cathedral of Mérida, officially the Metropolitan Co-Cathedral of Saint Mary Major, stands as a testament to the city's layered religious history. Constructed on the foundations of a former Visigothic church, the building showcases a mix of architectural influences from its various renovations. Visitors will notice the striking 18th-century Baroque facade, which contrasts with the more austere interior featuring Gothic vaulting and Renaissance chapels. The cathedral's location in the heart of Mérida's old town makes it a natural stop on any walking tour. Inside, the main altarpiece and the image of Our Lady of the Antigua are particularly noteworthy. The co-cathedral shares the status of cathedral with the Metropolitan Cathedral of San Juan Bautista in Badajoz, reflecting the diocese's unique structure.
Don't miss
- Baroque main facade with intricate stonework
- Renaissance altarpiece in the main chapel
- Gothic ribbed vaults in the nave
- Image of Our Lady of the Antigua, a revered 16th-century sculpture
- Remnants of the original Visigothic structure visible in the crypt
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Co-Cathedral of Mérida, Spain
You can visit Co-Cathedral of Mérida, Spain on your own. A guide is worth it for the history and detail that is easy to walk past, and a tour can combine it with nearby sights.
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