Guadalajara's cathedral anchors the historic centre with its distinctive twin spires. Construction started in 1561 and was not finished until the 1600s, which explains the mix of Gothic, Baroque, Moorish, and Neoclassical elements. Inside, the main draw is the collection of colonial-era paintings, including a Murillo attributed "Assumption of the Virgin." The surrounding four plazas make this the natural starting point for exploring the city.
Cathedral of Guadalajara
Iconic twin-spired cathedral anchoring four plazas
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The cathedral's original towers collapsed in the 1818 earthquake. The replacements -- the tall yellow-tiled spires that now define the Guadalajara skyline -- were designed in a completely different style from the originals.