Huelva Cathedral, Huelva, Spain

The convent church from the 17th century was destroyed by several earthquakes in the 18th century. A church rebuilt in 1775 in Neoclassical style. The church was declared a National Monument in 1970, and was elevated to the status of a cathedral in 1953.

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Maria Emilyn Finkernagel (18 months ago)
Very small, but cute, orange colored cathedral. According to Wikipedia, it was a convent or monastery before.

Ixy Turoy (2 years ago)
Nice and interesting outside, but closed door on Monday morning :/ Hallelujah

Rishenda Tofts (2 years ago)
Very beautiful building.

jaqsbcn (5 years ago)
A very simple cathedral, don't expect the barroco of Seville. At least is free to visit.

Maria Paloma Canta Pelaez (5 years ago)
M gusts

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