Collegiate Basilica of Gandia

Gandia, Spain

The Collegiate Basilica of Santa Maria of Gandia, also known as 'La Seu', is the principal church of the city of Gandia. The construction commenced in the 14th century.

The Collegiate Church of Santa María is a Valencian Gothic construction, located in the centre Gandia. Construction began in the 14th century and finalised two centuries later. Thanks to Pope Alexander VI, the temple was raised to the category of Collegiate.

The church consists of one central nave with lateral chapels adjacent to the walls. Its austere architectural style was once supplemented with rich interior decorations of altarpieces, paintings and sculptures, which disappeared during the Spanish Civil War.

The Seo of Gandia is in itself a small architectural jewel, where the Puerta Sur or the Puerta de Santa María and the Puerta de los Apóstoles are noteworthy, one of the first works of Damián Forment, precursor of the Spanish Renaissance.

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Founded: 14th century
Category: Religious sites in Spain

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Lawrence Wheeler (12 months ago)
I recently visited this historical and very beautiful building, which is well worth seeing. At the ticket desk Sandra was very welcoming, and gave a very interesting explanation of the building and offered the excellent audioguide.
Raymond Ashcroft (2 years ago)
Great building in the centre of town, close to the Ducal Palace. Great to visit both on the same day.
Buy Spain Properties SL (6 years ago)
A must see historical cathedral in Gandia
Matej (7 years ago)
Historical site not to miss in Gandia.
J FB (9 years ago)
Marvelous Cathedral with rich history! Very well preserved over centuries. Acoustics are also great for concerts!
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