Cádiz Cathedral

About this place

Built between 1722 and 1838, this cathedral reflects wealth generated by Cádiz's trade with the Americas. The lengthy construction produced a mixture of architectural styles. Its prominent position near the sea connects the building with the commercial history that helped finance it. The project lasted more than a century and passed between different architects, which helps explain the changes in its design. Its association with Atlantic trade also places it within a history extending well beyond Spain. Looking at the building with that connection in mind turns the visit into a story about both a city and an ocean.