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The Old Cathedral of Salamanca is much more than a religious building: it is a living testament to the history, architecture, and cultural identity of the city. Here is a complete overview from a historical and artistic perspective. Construction began in the 12th century, following the restoration of the diocese by Alfonso VI and the repopulation of Salamanca. The first to promote it was Bishop Jerónimo de Périgord. It represents the transition between Romanesque and Gothic styles, evident in its pillars and vaults: the former designed for barrel vaults, and the latter featuring Gothic rib vaulting. The Old Cathedral of Salamanca is open to the public and forms part of the monumental complex along with the New Cathedral.

The bell tower of Salamanca Cathedral is one of the most emblematic elements of its architecture. It forms part of the New Cathedral, although it is integrated into the complex that includes the Old Cathedral. Baroque style predominates, although the base is Renaissance, reflecting the transition between the two cathedrals. Height: Approximately 92 meters, making it one of the tallest points in the city.

The Roman Bridge of Salamanca forms part of the Silver Route (Vía de la Plata), which connected Mérida with Astorga. Although its origins are Roman, dating from the 1st century AD, only the fifteen arches closest to the city are from this period; the other eleven underwent several reconstructions as a result of flooding of the Tormes River.

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Incredible buildings in Salamanca

The fact that a place on the Iberian Peninsula is included in the list of the three most famous pilgrimage destinations in the Christian world – along with Jerusalem and Rome – is thanks to one of Jesus' apostles, who is said to have preached here. After his martyrdom, which is briefly reported in the Acts of the Apostles, his body miraculously found its final resting place here: Saint James the Greater. A small local sanctuary was initially built over his grave; later, a city developed that even bears his name (Santiago de Compostela), and the church in his honor became a cathedral, i.e., a bishop's church. According to national legend, Saint James also played a key role in the reconquest of the Iberian Peninsula from the Moors and is the patron saint of Spain.

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Another place to enjoy the beautiful views of the city of Salamanca, with the imposing cathedral, from the other side of the river.