Santa María de León Cathedral, Spain
Santa María de León Cathedral, also called The House of Light is situated in the city of León in north-western Spain. It was built on the site of previous Roman baths of the 2nd century which, 800 years later, king Ordoño II converted into a palace.
The León Cathedral, dedicated to Santa María de la Regla, was declared of Cultural Interest in 1844. It is known as the Pulchra Leonina and is a masterpiece of the Gothic style dominating the mid-13th century, by master architect Enrique. By the late 16th century it was virtually completed.
The main façade has two towers. The southern tower is known as the 'clock tower'. The interior represents a combination of architecture, painting, sculpture and other arts. It has three portals decorated with sculptures situated in the pointed arches between the two towers. The central section has a large rose window. Particularly outstanding is the image of the Virgin Blanca and the Locus Appellatione, where justice was imparted.
Its almost 1,800 square meters of stained glass windows are one the main touristic attractions of the cathedral. The great majority of them are original, which is a rarity, and date from the thirteenth to the fifteenth century. They are among the world's finest stained glass works.
The Cathedral is also one of the three most important Cathedrals on The Way of Saint James (or in Spanish, El Camino de Santiago). Along with The Burgos Cathedral and the Cathedral in Santiago De Compostela, it is visited a lot and it is a holy worshipping place, and very sacred to the people of its city. It is one of the things that makes Leon so famous, and one of the main stops on the camino.
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Places to see in ( Leon - Spain ) Santa Maria de Leon Cathedral
Places to see in ( Leon - Spain ) Santa Maria de Leon Cathedral
Santa María de León Cathedral, also called The House of Light or the Pulchra Leonina is situated in the city of León in north-western Spain. Santa Maria de Leon Cathedral was built on the site of previous Roman baths of the 2nd century which, 800 years later, king Ordoño II converted into a palace.
The León Cathedral, dedicated to Santa María de la Regla, was declared of Cultural Interest in 1844. It is known as the Pulchra Leonina and is a masterpiece of the Gothic style of the mid-13th century. The design is attributed to the architect Enrique. By the late 16th century it was virtually completed.
The Leon cathedral is also one of the three most important cathedrals, along with that of Burgos and Santiago de Compostela, on The Way of Saint James (or in Spanish, El Camino de Santiago).
The Leon Cathedral Museum houses a large collection of sacred art. There are almost 1,500 pieces, including 50 Romanesque sculptures of the Virgin, dating from pre-historic times to the 18th century (Neoclassicism) with works by Juan de Juni, Gregorio Fernández, Mateo Cerezo, a triptych of the School of Antwerp, a Mozarabic bible and numerous codices. The first manuscript in Leonese language, the Nodicia de Kesos, can be found in its archives.
( Leon - Spain ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting the city of Leon . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Leon - Spain
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Leon's Cathedral - Leon, Spain
David's Been Here is in the Castilla y Leon region of Spain, touring the beautiful and historic city of Leon. Here David and crew present a video to the stunning 13th Century Santa Maria de Leon Cathedral. Built atop 2nd Century Roman baths, this Leon icon, though constantly undergoing renovations, is always worth a visit for anyone touring the city. Walk through this stunning piece of Spanish architecture as David displays the cathedral from the outside and inside, as well as from the top, where you can see some of the best panoramic shots over Leon. Find this icon of the city and all top Leon attractions in the David's Been Here Guide to Castilla y Leon, now available for your Kindle as well.
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The Leon Cathedral (Spain)
The Catedral de Santa María de León (León is the Capital of the province of the same name located at the northwest of Spain. The León Cathedral (also called The House of Light) was declared in 1844 as Monument of Cultural Interest. It is a masterpiece of the Gothic style dominating the mid 13th century. It was built on the site of a Roman bath of the 2nd century which, 800 years later, King Ordoño II converted into a palace in the 10th century.
LEÓN CATHEDRAL, LEÓN, SPAIN/ CATEDRAL DE LEÓN, LEÓN, ESPANHA
This film shows the essentials of León Cathedral, this interesting Spanish building located in León, Spain, stage of the French Way of Santiago de Compostela. Its stained glass windows are very beautiful.
Este filme mostra o essencial da Catedral de León, essa interessante construção espanhola localizada em León, Espanha, uma das etapas do Caminho Francês de Santiago de Compostela. Seus vitrais são belíssimos.
León Cathedral | Pulchra Leonina | León, Spain
Santa María de León Cathedral, also called The House of Light or the Pulchra Leonina is situated in the city of León in north-western Spain. Gothic style.
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Leon cathedral
The incredible cathedral, Santa María de León Cathedral, also called The House of Light or the Pulchra Leonina is situated in the city of León in north-western Spain. It was built on the site of previous Roman baths of the 2nd century which, 800 years later, king Ordoño II converted into a palace.
The main façade has two towers. The southern tower is known as the 'clock tower'). The interior represents a combination of architecture, painting, sculpture and other arts. The Renaissance retrochoir contains alabaster sculptures and the choir was built by three great artists: Jusquin, Copin of Holland and Juan de Malinas. Particularly noteworthy is the Plateresque screen in the wall behind the sepulchre of King Ordoño.
It has three portals decorated with sculptures situated in the pointed arches between the two towers. The central section has a large rose window. Particularly outstanding is the image of the Virgin Blanca and the Locus Appellatione, where justice was imparted.
Its almost 1,800 square meters of stained glass windows dating from the thirteenth to the fifteenth century are among the world's finest stained glass and the near constant work (as heard on the video) is necessary to keep the structure standing.
The cathedral is truly a sight to behold.
The stunning stained-glass windows of the León cathedral.
Upon arrival in León, Spain, with Duperier's Authentic Journeys, our company of pilgrims set out on a city tour that included its stunning cathedral.
Dedicated to Santa María de la Regla, the León cathedral is also known as “The House of Light” or the “Pulchra Leonina,” a sublime masterpiece of the French Gothic with most of its edifice modeled after the cathedrals in Reims and Saint-Denis in France.
Dating back to the 13th century, today’s cathedral was built upon ancient Roman baths from the second century and inside, a heavenly light bathes its cavernous interior with the translucent majesty of 125 stained-glass windows, most of which have survived since the 13th-15th centuries. Above the western portal, the Virgin Mary welcomes worshipers and pilgrims while Saint James himself makes an appearance to the right.
Catedral de León
La catedral de Santa María de Regla, conocida con el sobrenombre de Pulchra Leonina, por tratarse de una catedral del Gótico más puro, es uno de los exponentes más relevantes de este estilo en la Península Ibérica. La exquisitez de sus proporciones, su indudable influencia de estilo gótico francés, especialmente evidente en su planta, alzados e iconografía, además de la majestuosidad de sus vidrieras, definen al edificio más visitable de la capital leonesa.
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Outside the Cathedral de Leon in Leon, Spain.
Video of the outside of the Cathedral de Leon in Leon, Spain.
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The Cathedral of León, also known as the Real and Renowned Basilica Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary(Spanish: Real e Insigne Basílica de la Asunción de la Bienaventurada Virgen María), is a significantly important and historic landmark in Nicaragua. The Cathedral was awarded World Heritage Site status with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
...The cathedral has a rectangular plan, of a type general in those centuries and similar to those of the cathedrals of Lima and Cuzco, Peru. The towers and the facade are mainly Neoclassical. The cathedral has a nave and four aisles, ten arched bays and two towers in the facade, flanking a central round pediment marking the position of the nave.
...The facade, elevated on a terrace, combines Baroque show with the neoclassical style. The windows are arched and the two towers have Chinese domes. Due to the robustness of its walls, the Cathedral has survived tremors, volcanic eruptions of the volcano Black Hill and wars.
To drones in Nicaragua: I read a lot about drones being confiscated at airports, so before I flew the drone in León, I asked 3 policemen who were at the square if I was allowed to fly it. All 3 said it was ok.
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Revealing las vidrieras of the León Cathedral in Spain
How do you restore stained-glass windows that are over 700 years old without breaking them? Stained-glass windows, called las vidrieras in Spanish, in the León Cathedral in northern Spain are often regarded as the second-best in Europe. They are currently going through a restoration process like other historic cathedrals nearby. This video gives a glimpse into the life of a vidriera, from beginning creative steps to how they are being restored.
¿Cómo restaurar las vidrieras de más de 700 años sin romperlas? Las vidrieras, llamadas las vidrieras en español, en la Catedral de León en el norte de España a menudo son consideradas como las mejores en Europa. Actualmente están pasando por un proceso de restauración como otras catedrales históricas cercanas. Este video da un vistazo a la vida de una vidriera, desde el inicio de los pasos creativos hasta cómo se restauran.
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Santa María de Regla (León): El arte gótico y las vidrieras maravillosas
En el camino francés que lleva a Santiago de Compostela hay una catedral de la época gótica hermosísima: Santa María de Regla en León. Este templo cristiano es muy famoso por sus vidrieras que iluman el interior de la iglesia de una manera espectacular. Caminante, vale la pena pararse aquí para visitarlo. :-)
Santa María de Regla: Gothic Art and the Fabulous Stained Glass of the Cathedral in Leon
On the French way that goes to Santiago de Compostela there is a beautiful cathedral constructed during the Gothic: Santa María de Regla, in Leon. This Christian temple is very famous for its stained glass - these windows illuminate the interior of the church in a spectacular way. Hiker, if you come here, it's worth to stop and visit it! :-)
Santa María de Regla: Gotische Kunst und die sagenhafte Glasmalerei der Kathedrale von León
Auf dem französischen Weg nach Santiago de Compostela gibt es eine sehr schöne Kathedrale aus der Zeit der Gotik, nämlich Santa María de Regla in León. Dieses Gotteshaus ist äußerst berühmt für seine Glasmalerei - die Fenster berleuchten den Innenraum auf eine spektakuläre Art und Weise. Wanderer, kommst du nach León, leg eine Pause ein und schau sie dir an! :-)
Leon Cathedral
Leon Cathedral, in Leon Spain
Catedral de León
La Catedral de León es un templo de culto católico, sede episcopal de la diócesis de León, España, consagrada bajo la advocación de Santa María de Regla. Fue el primer monumento declarado en España mediante Real Orden de 28 de agosto de 1844.
Iniciada en el siglo XIII, es una de las grandes obras del estilo gótico, de influencia francesa. Conocida con el sobrenombre de Pulchra leonina, que significa 'la bella Leonesa'. Se encuentra en pleno Camino de Santiago.
La catedral de León es conocida sobre todo por llevar al extremo la «desmaterialización» del arte gótico, es decir, la reducción de los muros a su mínima expresión para ser sustituidos por vitrales coloreados, constituyendo una de las mayores colecciones de vidrieras medievales del mundo.