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Entering the New Cathedral captivates with its soaring pillars and elaborate vaulting. The lavish decoration of the interior, featuring a significant choir area designed by Churriguera, creates a sense of spaciousness and elegance. Richly adorned windows depict scenes from the life of the Virgin, while the dome above the high altar, painted in opulent colors, enhances its stunning aura.
In the Old Cathedral, a particularly remarkable aspect is the altarpiece composed by Nicolás Florentino, completed in 1445. It narrates pivotal moments from the lives of Christ and the Virgin, culminating in a depiction of the Last Judgment, reinforcing the church’s historical significance.