Staying in the shadow of this gigantic cathedral during our entire trip to Grenada was quite an experience. Of course its profile always led the way back to our hotel! The spectacular main entrance was popular both in the day and night for photos. The entrance to see the Royal Chapel where the King Ferdinand II and Queen Isabel were buried was to the right while the cathedral tour entrance went to the left. A discounted admission was only available online if you chose two or more sites to visit (out of five if I recall). The Royal Chapel itself had its own admission fee and no photos were allowed inside. A helpful app could be downloaded to listen to while one walked through the chapel at your own pace. Security was diligent in enforcing the no photos policy. Inside the cathedral, photos were allowed and it just dwarfed us we walked around. I couldn't get the app to reliably work as we wandered around so just reviewed any posted signs. The cathedral was built on top of a mosque unlike the Mezquita in Cordoba so it was grand Catholic Cathedral with Renaissance, Gothic and Baroque designs. It was befitting of a church for Kings and Queens with gold and intricate details. read more

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This is a grand Cathedral! It is one of several built during the reconquista when Granada was reclaimed by Christianity. Compared to cathedrals across Spain, this one is large in scale but not as ornate as others. The light and brightness of this cathedral is quite exquisite, but it otherwise is quite simple. The Cathedral ticket also comes with an audioguide app which is very informative and more or less can guide you through the space in a set order. read more

If you're in Granada, you really need to visit this place. It's one of the nicest cathedrals I've seen in a while. For an admission fee of less than €10, it's kind of a steal. Really breathtaking inside. I can't recommend enough. read more

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Stunning cathedral. Used the free audio guide available through the app and it was basic but good enough for a beginner. read more

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The Granada Cathedral, or the Cathedral of the Incarnation (Spanish: Catedral de Granada, Santa Iglesia Catedral Metropolitana de la Encarnación de Granada), is a Roman Catholic church. The cathedral is the seat of the Archdiocese of Granada. Like many other cathedrals in Andalusia, it was built on top of the city's main mosque after the reconquest of Granada. The architecture of the facade is really impressive. The facade consists of a framed structure in the form of a triumphal arch with portals and canvas. It consists of three pillars crowned by semicircular arches supported on pilasters. The pilasters don't have capitals but projections sculptured in the walls. Above the main door is located a marble tondo from "José Laughing on the Annunciation". Additionally, there is a vase with lilies at the top, alluding to the virgin and pure nature of the mother of God. Dozens of people sit on the steps of this church to talk, eat, hang or just watch the world go-by. read more

Catedral de Granada - Churches Near Me - Granada, C

After about 10 days in Spain including visits to a number of ginormous churches, for me this one, while impressive in scale, lacks the drama and majesty of the older, gothic building. Don't get me wrong, this soaring renaissance building with whitewashed wall is still something to behold and the main alter is quite a site (4 stars for that feature), but the cathedrals in Seville, Cordoba and even Toledo are for me more interesting. The 5€ entrance fee includes a very detailed and a bit tedious audio guide. If you are only in Granada, you should go. If your travel will take you to any of the other great cities, save the money. read more

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Its beautiful and ginormous! But Granada's city planners in the 1500s definitely couldn't predict the invention of photography, because the tight city blocks and lack of surrounding park area make it impossible to get a good photo of the massive exterior. €5 Entrance fee takes you into yet another amazing Spanish cathedral. Amazing architecture, lavish furnishings, sculptures galore, and paintings of Jesus dying, as usual. I've been to dozens of churches and cathedrals, and this one still impressed. One of the surreal female statues looked like something out of a Final Fantasy game. read more

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Construction of the cathedral began under the architect Diego de Siloe's in 1523. The defining architecture reflects elements of the Spanish Renaissance and Baroque with the initial design being Gothic. It would be another 181 years before it's completion under 17 different architects. It is most famous for being adjacent to the Royal Chapel which was constructed between 1505 and 1517 and is the final resting place for Queen Isabella and Ferdinand II of Aragon. The Catholic Monarchs being famous for their financial support of Christopher Columbus. They were also in part responsible for the Spanish Inquisition, something that is often not mentioned in travel guides. Although they are adjacent to each other there are two separate entrances. Each entrance requires a 5 Euro admission fee for adults. The hours are Mon-Sat (10-18:30), Sun (15-18). Guided tours usually last about 2 hours combined for both the cathedral and Chapel. They are fully wheelchair accessible. The Cathedral of Granada id grand in its design. The Cupola location toward the apse creates an opportunity for natural light to pour into the cathedral through stained glass representative of the Renaissance style. White washing some walls and columns adds to the luminous quality of the interior. The "Door of Forgiveness" is a feature that should be more closely looked at. The architect Diego de Siloe's signature can be found on a catouche below one of the niches in the lower stage of the door. The is an eagle with a shield & inscription which alludes to the conquest of Granada by Isabella & Ferdinand II. The double headed eagle represents the marriage of the Spanish Empire with the Catholic religion. The iconographic subjects of the main chapel represent the life, passion & death of Jesus Christ. The seven canvass of Alonso Cana celebrate the life of the Virgin Mary. read more

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The Catedral de Granada is a significant building in history as it signifies the final success for Queen Isabella and King Fernando to establish Christianity in the once Islamic Granada region. As expected, the cathedral itself is awe-inspiring and large in structure. There is a inner sanctuary, in which you can pray to Jesus. The cathedral itself is dedicated to the Virgin Mary. There is also a historical artifact portion showcasing the ancient clothing and tools used for prayers in the past. Visitors cannot take photos in the historical artifact room or the sanctuary. However, you can take photos at the rest of the cathedral. The cathedral entrance fee is $5 euro, and it comes with introductory audio guide. The entire tour takes about 2 hours to complete. Enjoy! read more

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Super gorgeous Renaissance cathedral worth visiting even if you are already suffering from Cathedral fatigue as I was at this point in my trip. The €5 entry fee keeps the crowds down to a reasonable level and includes a pretty good if flowery audio guide. The main chapel is gorgeous and definitely the star of the show. read more

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B-e-a-utiful and inspiring. The size alone makes you realize how small you really are; in comparison to how much bigger religion is than a single person. Catholicism is the primary religion in Spain so it's near and dear to locals' hearts. Its high rise ceilings and checkered floors with gold accents made the cathedral even more impressive. Fun Fact: There is a gift shop in the back of the cathedral. read more

Cathedral is huge and beautiful! More like a basilica. Is it a must-see? No, but why not if you're in Granada? Be cognizant of when mass is held, though. Two enormous organs flank the main floor...can't even begin to imagine what they sound like when both are going. Outside in the plaza, musicians and artists take turns performing here. Two separate musicians play an unusual instrument called the "hang" that produces some of the most ethereal music we've ever heard. This small side courtyard provided perfect acoustics. read more