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Cathedral Description
(Local Name: Catedral / Sé) The Cathedral - Catedral or Sé - is a severe and fortress like structure in Early Gothic style which was begun in 1186 and completed in the 13th and 14th C. The facade is dominated by the two asymmetrical towers flanking the massive doorway. Above the crossing is an octagonal belfry with a helm roof of scale like tiles. The twelve figures of apostles on the doorway are masterpieces of Portuguese Gothic sculpture.
Hobbies & Activities category: Architecture - Gothic;  Christian sites
Cathedral Highlights

Catedral - Interior

The interior, notable for its regular masonry with white mortar joints, is of impressive simplicity and harmony. The gently sweeping lines of Baroque are only apparent in the raised Choir, entered
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Cathedral - Treasury

The Cathedral Treasury, which used to be kept in the Sacristy, is now housed in the Museu de Arte Sacra in the cathedral's south tower. Its precious items include a 13th C. ivory triptych of the
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Address
Évora Cathedral
Largo do Marques de Marialva
Évora
Portugal
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Cost
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