About Segovia Cathedral

This massive Gothic cathedral dedicated to the Virgin Mary dominates Segovia's historic Plaza Mayor and is an important part of Segovia's rich history. One of the last Gothic cathedrals to be built in Europe, it was constructed on orders of King Charles V to replace one decimated during the War of the Comuneros. The cathedral museum houses numerous artifacts of historical and religious significance. At night, the cathedral takes on an ethereal quality, with lights casting a golden hue on its walls and spires.