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Braga Cathedral
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The Cathedral of Braga (Portuguese: Sé de Braga) is a Roman Catholic church in the northern city of Braga, Portugal. Due to its long history and artistic significance, it is also one of the most important buildings in the country. It is the seat of the Archdiocese of Braga and of the Primate Archbishop of Portugal and Spain.
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Braga Cathedral Sé de Braga | |
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![]() Main façade of Braga Cathedral. The entrance gallery (galilee) with three arches is gothic (end of 15th century), but the towers and upper storeys are early baroque (17th century). | |
Religion | |
Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
District | Archdiocese of Braga |
Ecclesiastical or organizational status | Cathedral |
Location | |
Location | Braga, Portugal |
Geographic coordinates | 41.5499°N 8.42736°W / 41.5499; -8.42736 |
Architecture | |
Type | Church |
Style | Gothic, Moorish, Manueline, Baroque |
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The cathedral has been classified as National Monument since 1910.[1]