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Work on the magnificent Cathedral began in 1497 since the Old Cathedral was proving too small for a growing city like Salamanca. Not completed until 1733, which explains its mixture of styles, it passed through the capable hands of architects Joaquín de Churriguera, Rodrigo Gil de Hontañón and Juan de Álava. Along with Segovia, it represents one of the most beautiful examples of late Gothic architecture in Spain, with the outstanding iconography of its sculpted doorways, grandeur in height and luxuriant ornamentation, as well as rich and elegant interior. Next-door is the Old Cathedral, which predominantly was sculpted from Roman influences.
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