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Burgos Cathedral is the third most important cathedral in Spain

The third most important cathedral in Spain is the Catedral de Burgos Plaza Santa María, s/n. 09003 Burgos (Castilla y León) This is one of the finest examples of Spanish Gothic art and the only cathedral in Spain that has been listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The cathedral is mainly designed in Gothic style, but is compatible with other artistic styles. On the front of the church is the Door of Forgiveness, which has a star-shaped rose window and an arch displaying statues of the kings of Castile. On either side stand 84-meter-high towers, topped with stunning carved spires built in the 15th century. The most beautiful part of the sculpture is the Salmental Gate, which shows the Savior surrounded by the Apostles and Evangelists. The most striking feature of the interior of the church is the dome of the nave, which is topped by a beautiful Mudejar-style vault, beneath which rest Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar, the Heroic El Cid (El Cid Campeador), and his wife Doña Jimena. Nearby is the Golden Staircase designed by Diego De Siloé, inspired by the Italian Renaissance and completed in the 16th century. There are 19 chapels on both sides of the church, the most prominent of which are the Condestable Chapel and the Santa Tecla Chapel. You can also admire precious works of art: there are various collections including the main altar, paintings, carved choir seats, tombs and sculptures. Dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the Burgos Cathedral in Spain is famous for its large scale and unique architecture. It is an outstanding example of 13th century Gothic architecture. It is the third most important cathedral in Spain, after the Seville Cathedral and the Toledo Cathedral. In the 13th century AD, the construction of Burgos Cathedral and France Cathedral began almost at the same time, but the construction of the cathedral was not completed until the 15th or 16th century AD. Burgos Cathedral is world-renowned for its magnificent architecture and unrivaled collection of art, showcasing the entire history of Gothic art. The oil paintings, choir seats, long rows of seats and stained glass windows in the church all depict unique artistic beauty. Burgos Cathedral
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