About this place
The Cathedral of Cádiz, rising dramatically beside the Atlantic, is the great symbol of the city and a monument to its golden age. It was begun in 1722, when the city was at the height of its wealth from the American trade, and intended to proclaim that prosperity to the world. But building dragged on for over a hundred years, through changing fortunes and changing tastes, so the cathedral mixes Baroque and later neoclassical styles, and was only completed in 1838. Its most distinctive feature is its great dome, covered in golden-yellow glazed tiles that gleam in the sun and give the cathedral its nickname, the golden cathedral. Salt air from the sea has long eaten at its stonework, requiring constant care. In the crypt lie notable figures of the city, including the great composer Manuel de Falla, a son of Cádiz. Visitors can also climb the Poniente tower for sweeping sea views.
Key facts
- 1722 year — Construction began at the height of Cádiz's wealth from the American trade
- 1838 year — The cathedral was finally completed after more than a century of building
- 1 dome — Its golden-tiled dome gives the cathedral its nickname, the golden cathedral
📍 Avenida Campo del Sur, 11001, Cádiz