The Construction of Salamanca’s Old Cathedral (c. 1140–14th Century)

Around 1140, construction began on the Cathedral of Salamanca, now known as the Old Cathedral (Catedral Vieja de Salamanca). Founded by Bishop Jerome of Périgord, the cathedral was designed in the Romanesque style, though later additions incorporated Gothic elements.

The ambitious project spanned several centuries, with construction continuing into the 14th century, ultimately resulting in one of Spain’s most remarkable medieval ecclesiastical structures.