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According to the Acts of the Apostles, Saint James was the first Apostle to become a martyr by being beheaded by Herod Agrippa in the year 43 in Jerusalem. The tradition narrates how his body was taken by sea to Galicia, and was buried in a forest, today the site of the Cathedral.
The Santiago de Compostela Arch cathedral Basilica (Spanish and Galician: Catedral Basílica de Santiago de Compostela) is part of the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Santiago de Compostela and is an integral component of the Santiago de Compostela World Heritage Site in Galicia, Spain.
- Tomb of the Apostle St. James. It is in the cathedral, in a crypt beneath the Main Altar, where pilgrims can visit the Tomb of the Apostle St James. It is here that the remains of St. James are kept in a silver urn, alongside those of his disciples Saint Athanasius and Saint Theodore.
- Design & Redesign: A Romanesque Masterpiece. As well as being one of the most important pilgrimage destinations in the world, the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is a magnificent work of art and religious architecture.
- Porta Santa: The Holy Door. The Porta Santa or Holy Door was built in the 16th century and it is also known as the Forgiveness Door (Puerta del Perdon).
- Botafumeiro. The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is also home to the famous Botafumeiro, a giant incense thurible dating back to the mid 19th century.
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May 2, 2024 · The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is a testament to the evolution of architectural styles over the centuries. From its Romanesque foundation to its Baroque façade and Gothic enhancements, it encapsulates its time’s rich history and cultural significance.
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The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is the epitome of Romanesque architecture in Spain. It is also the final destination of the various routes of the Camino de Santiago, walked by...
