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Granada Cathedral

Catedral de Granada · Cathedral of the Incarnation of Granada

Granada, Andalusia, Spain Dedication / Patron Saint: Incarnation of Christ

A major Renaissance cathedral created after the Christian conquest of Granada, notable for the work of Diego de Siloé.

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About Granada Cathedral

Identity, documented context and sacred significance.

At Granada, Andalusia, Granada Cathedral brings together a substantial sacred tradition with architecture and history that extend beyond purely local importance. A major Renaissance cathedral created after the Christian conquest of Granada, notable for the work of Diego de Siloé. The cathedral was begun in the 16th century in the new Christian civic and religious centre of Granada.

Diego de Siloé reworked the project by combining a Renaissance elevation and monumental domed sanctuary with a Gothic-derived plan. Later construction introduced additional Renaissance and Baroque elements, including the principal façade associated with Alonso Cano. Architecturally, the site is characterised by spanish renaissance with gothic planning and baroque elements.

Major Spanish Renaissance cathedral in the historic centre of Granada. Religious use and pilgrimage at the site include Mass and prayer. Because worship, ceremonies and heritage visits can overlap, visitors should consult the official institution or the cited public authority for current access, service and visiting arrangements.

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Place TypeCathedral
Religious TraditionChristianity
Tradition / DenominationCatholic
Dedication / Patron SaintIncarnation of Christ
LocationGranada, Andalusia, Spain
CountrySpain
Established / Period16th–18th centuries
ArchitectureSpanish Renaissance with Gothic planning and Baroque elements
HeritageMajor Spanish Renaissance cathedral in the historic centre of Granada

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Religious TraditionChristianity
Tradition / DenominationCatholic
Dedication / Patron SaintIncarnation of Christ

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Historical Record

The cathedral was begun in the 16th century in the new Christian civic and religious centre of Granada. Diego de Siloé reworked the project by combining a Renaissance elevation and monumental domed sanctuary with a Gothic-derived plan. Later construction introduced additional Renaissance and Baroque elements, including the principal façade associated with Alonso Cano.

Architecture & Sacred Complex

Spanish Renaissance with Gothic planning and Baroque elements · Major Spanish Renaissance cathedral in the historic centre of Granada

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