UNESCO WHS, Burgos Cathedral / Catedral de Burgos Postcard

UNESCO WHS Serie - World Heritage Sites in Spain Burgos Cathedral / Catedral de Burgos The Cathedral of Saint Mary of Burgos is a catholic church dedicated to the Virgin Mary located in the historical centre of the Spanish city of Burgos. Its construction began in 1221 in the style of French Gothic architecture. After a hiatus of almost 200 years, it went through major embellishments of great splendour in the 15th and 16th centuries. The entire history of Gothic art is summed up in its superb architecture and its unique collection of works of art, including paintings, choir stalls, reredos, tombs and stained-glass windows. Name: Burgos Cathedral Country: Spain Location: Burgos, Castile and León Inscription: 1984 Category: Cultural (ii)(iv)(vi) Unesco Ref: 316 Special Feature: The card has a QR-Code on the backside to navigate for more Informationas about the site.