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Cathedral and Royal Chapel (Capilla Real)

Plaza de la Lonja | Gran Via de Colon, 5, Granada, Spain
958-22-29-59
Ranked #7 of 62 attractions in Granada
4.5 of 5 stars 178 Reviews
Type: Architectural Buildings, Religious Sites, Monuments/ Statues, Historic Sites
Owner description: A rich display of the fabulous treasures belonging to the Spanish monarchy, from the royal jewels to the ornate tombs of Queen Isabella and King...... more » Owner description: A rich display of the fabulous treasures belonging to the Spanish monarchy, from the royal jewels to the ornate tombs of Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand. « less
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Москва, Россия
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Very great place of history. One of the biggest cathedrals I have ever seen. And it's very cold inside. Mind siesta time More

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Surrey, Canada
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

This place was a great surprise. The cathedral is delightful, very nice inside and out. Worth a visit. More

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Liked the architecture and the history. Not really troubled by the gypsy ladies selling thyme. Mass on Sunday morning is nice. More

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St Albans, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

The grandeur of this place was amazing! You could pay the Spanish National Debt off with the amount of gold in there! A shock when you're used to the simplicity of English cathedrals! It was great to see the tombs of Fredinand and Isabella having learnt so much about then in the past. More

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Munich, Germany
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

The Royal Chapel, with all the history of Isabel and Ferdinand, is a most memorable experience. Take your time to enjoy this amazing time capsule. More

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Montreal, Canada
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177 reviews 177 reviews
Reviews in 55 cities Reviews in 55 cities
127 helpful votes 127 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

We reluctantly paid our four euros to get in as it did not look like much from the entrance but it is indeed quite spectacular. Even when you walk around the outside, you don't realize how tall it is. You are not allowed to take photos but nobody bothers you if you do? I guess it could deserve a higher... More

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97 reviews 97 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
63 helpful votes 63 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

There are some closed times so check out and pre plan your visit. More

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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

It is a ok church, the places around it are more interesting... nice tea places and pleasant places to walk around and enjoy. More

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Rome, Italy
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

you go into ... and you'll be happy of your 4€-investment! More

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Ramstein-Miesenbach, Germany
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129 reviews 129 reviews
Reviews in 43 cities Reviews in 43 cities
47 helpful votes 47 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

The town of Granada is so confusing with its restricted driving zones that it made us just simply leave town after Alhambra to visit other cities that better driving areas. More

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