Girona Cathedral, a stunning blend of Gothic and Romanesque styles, boasts a breathtaking 22m-wide nave and is a must-see landmark in the heart of the city.
Pl. de la Catedral, s/n, 17004 Girona, Spain Get directions
"Girona Cathedral is so colossal that if you look up from the bottom of the stairs, people outside the entrance appear ant-like. To talk stats, the central part of the structure is actually the widest Gothic nave in the world. Though, these days, it’s not so much nave-league-tables that make the cathedral famous as its starring role in 'Game of Thrones.' (Yeah, that tiny show.) Fans will spot it as the Great Sept of Baelor in King’s Landing. And that huge stone staircase up? A frequent sight in season six, as are many streets and squares in Girona—or, rather, Braavos. Built between the 11th and 18th centuries, its walls and spaces are a real patchwork of styles: there’s our record-breaking Gothic nave, a Romanesque cloister and tower, while the steps and the façade are certainly Baroque. It’s pretty staggering to behold." - Gemma Askham,Jessica Benavides Canepa
"Take in centuries of architecture at Girona's Cathedral Gothic, Romanesque and Baroque elements mix in this beautiful, if architecturally confused cathedral constructed between the 11th and 18th centuries. After climbing a fair number of stairs to even get in the door, don't miss the cathedral's claim to fame, a 23-meter wide Gothic nave (the widest in the world). April to October, the church is open from 10am to 7:30pm, and November to Marc from 10am to 6:30pm. Entry is free on Sundays, but the church has a quieter crowd-free charm on weekdays."
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