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Seville's Cathedral: A Gothic Masterpiece

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Dominating the center of Seville is the city’s giant Gothic cathedral – the largest of its kind on the planet. As is so often the case in southern Spain, this magnificent tribute to Catholic dominion was built on the site of the city’s former mosque. Perhaps more famously though, Seville’s cathedral also contains the tomb of Christopher Columbus – the Spanish explorer whose discovery of the New World in 1492 was so crucial to Seville’s economic success in the 16th and 17th centuries. The construction of the  Seville Cathedral  ⭐⭐, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest Gothic cathedral in the world, was a long and arduous undertaking, spanning over a century. It was finally completed in 1507, some 106 years after the original plans were drawn up. The Seville Cathedral is a must-see for any visitor to the city. It is a stunning example of Gothic architecture and a testament to the city's rich history and culture. Andalusia Travel―Visiting  Seville Cathedral  o...