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 in the city of Granada, capital of the province of the same name in the Autonomous Region of Andalusia, Spain. 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.
Unlike most cathedrals in Spain, construction was not begun until the sixteenth century in 1518 in the centre of the old Muslim Medina, after acquisition of the Nasrid kingdom of Granada from its Muslim rulers in 1492. While its earliest plans had Gothic designs, such as are evident in the Royal Chapel of Granada by Enrique Egas, most of the church's construction occurred when the Spanish Renaissance style was supplanting the Gothic in Spanish architecture. Foundations for the church were laid by the Enrique Egas starting from 1518 to 1523 atop the site of the city's main mosque; by 1529, Egas was replaced by Diego de Siloé who worked for nearly four decades on the structure from ground to cornice, planning the triforium and five naves instead of the usual three. Most unusually, he created a circular capilla mayor (principal chapel) rather than a semicircular apse, perhaps inspired by Italian ideas for circular 'perfect buildings' (e.g., in Alberti's works). Within its structure the cathedral combines other of the Vitruvian orders of architecture.
Monday | 10:45 AM – 6:45 PM |
Tuesday | 10:45 AM – 6:45 PM |
Wednesday | 10:45 AM – 6:45 PM |
Thursday | 10:45 AM – 6:45 PM |
Friday | 10:45 AM – 6:45 PM |
Saturday | 10:45 AM – 6:45 PM |
Sunday | 4:00 – 6:45 PM |
Marina M | Mar 23, 2018
One of the most amazing cathedrals in the WORLD!! Romanesque with incredible huge columns! It’s so beautiful! The altar is magnificent in gold and there are two organs! €5 entry with audio guide. Cannot miss it! Must see this, the royal chapel and Alhambra whilst in Granada!!
evony666 | Mar 20, 2018
Beautiful and serene. Informative and thought provoking. I didn't realize that martyrdom was so hard to attain (very graphic beheading mural). Should be free perhaps hence 4*
Alexander Zimt | Mar 12, 2018
The cathedral is to me one of the highlight of granada. I really like architecture and this building is just beautiful. It’s one of the most bright cathedrals in the world due to the white walls and the great architecture which causes the sun to brighten up all the inside. For students the prices is 2.5€, for adults 4/5€.
David Potten | Jan 3, 2018
Incredible architecture throughout that installs a sense of quiet awe. The central alter is breathtaking. Takes around 40 minutes to see everything through the audio guide which is included in the 5 Euro entry fee (excellent price) Highly recommended
Jan Torfs | Apr 16, 2018
Very impressive cathedral with huge walls decorated with nice sculptures. Pity thé houses around are so nearby since this cathedral deserves an enormous open square in front of it in order to pay thé honour it deserves.
Tatiana Vamvakidis | May 31, 2018
I never expected to see such a magnificent and stunning cathedral in Granada which isn't a big city. I recommend to visit it if you are in Granada.
Hesham ElSayed | May 25, 2018
Once built right on top of a Mosque, the Cathedral is one of the largest in Europe. It includes the Royal chapel where the tombs of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella are located.
Radu Alexandru Naghiu | Jun 19, 2018
Although the cathedral is surrounded by buildings and you can't really get a feel of how impressive it is from the outside, once you enter you will be amazed. I have visited many cathedrals throughout Europe and this one is right there in the top 5 with Notre Dame and St. Peter's Cathedral. I suggest buying a Granada Card since it will give you access to the Cathedral as well as to the Alhambra and other popular attractions. You can easily buy it online before your trip.
Timothy Yap | Jun 20, 2018
The cathedral was well worth the €5 entry free considering they give a free audio guide. In fact it would be worth twice that price considering its grandeur. The cathedral is spacious and magnificent yet does not lack detail, it played a massive role in historical architecture as i think it was one of the first Churches to incorporate baroque and this style of renaissance architecture, and inspired many other Churches to follow its design and layout. This architectural style in my opinion is definitely my favourite and a relief from all the gloomy and eerie gothic cathedrals all over the Iberian peninsula. It truly makes you feel at ease and the environment is extremely serene, and the audio guide is very detailed. I easily spent two hours despite running on a tight schedule, would definitely want to visit again in the future if possibled
Direncan Uğurlu | Jun 25, 2018
Charging this much for a religious building? This is HARAM. Neither the builders nor the essence of Christianity would approve this. Blue mosque in Istanbul? Completely free for everyone.. Hassan IV Mosque in Casablanca? Completely free. As if catholic church is bankrupting.. Ridiculous...
Tom Stockham | Jun 20, 2018
This is 5€ very well spent. You will be handed an audio guide to take in with you. This will explore all that is before you in a very calm and relaxed way.
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