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Cathedral of La Merced

Formed the first part of the convent of Merced.

A colonial temple reconstructed twice.


In the 17th century it was part of the convent of Merced. Several earthquakes in the 18th century destroyed it and reconstruction work began in 1775.

However, another earthquake, in the 20th century, required it to be closed again for another restoration.

The ground plan is basilican, has three naves, with a transept and is divided into five sections. It was declared a National Monument in 1970. Converted into a cathedral in 1953.

Built: XVII-XX

Author: Anónimo

Style: Baroque, Renaissance

Category: Religious

Type: Cathedral

Plan your visit

Address and telephone

  • Plaza de la Merced, s/n. 21002 Huelva
  • +34 959 243 036

Opening times

  • Monday-Friday, 8:00 p.m.
  • Sundays and public holidays, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Prices

Free admission.

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Location

Attractions in Huelva

It was inaugurated as the “Royal Theatre” in 1923, being the first coliseum in Huelva.
Place where the patron saint of Huelva is venerated, visited by Christopher Columbus and remembered in Zuloaga tiles.

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