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Trip Planner:   Europe  /  Spain  /  Castile and Leon  /  Province of Leon  /  Leon  /  Santa Maria de Leon Cathedral

Santa Maria de Leon Cathedral, Leon

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Must see · Church · Tourist Spot
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Also known as the "House of Light,” Santa Maria de Leon Cathedral was built on the site of Roman baths. Myriad styles of painting and architectural craftwork decorate the interior, including alabaster sculptures dating back to the Renaissance and a grand rose window that casts warm light over a spot in the cathedral where it is said that justice was imparted. The museum shelves inside the cathedral hold over 1,500 items of sacred art, some of which date back to prehistory. Arrange your visit to Santa Maria de Leon Cathedral and discover more family-friendly attractions in Leon using our Leon holiday planner.
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Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
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  • By ESVincent
    The Cathedral is a magnificent stone testament to Gothic builders. The internal dimensions are staggering, soaring columns, privet chapels and highly decorated stained glass windows crate a dark... 
    The Cathedral is a magnificent stone testament to Gothic builders. The internal dimensions are staggering, soaring columns, privet chapels and highly decorated stained glass windows crate a dark...  more »
  • By Maeve010
    Well worth seeing. Amazing stained glass. Virtual tour provided with ticket for just six euro real person. Bring your camera. / phone , you will want to take photos. 
    Well worth seeing. Amazing stained glass. Virtual tour provided with ticket for just six euro real person. Bring your camera. / phone , you will want to take photos.  more »
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  • By Phil Pasco
    Given there are no shortage of cathedrals to view the fact I'm giving a 5 star rating reflects the quality of this experience. There audio tour is excellent and provides so much interesting information as you walk around the huge cathedral. Was surprised how much we liked this.
  • By Jane Martin
    Awesome architecture and audio information available to enable a very enjoyable visit. Stunning stain glass windows sculptures. Definitely well worth the 6 euros.
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