The Cathedral of Murcia in Murcia, Spain is an odd-looking mix of construction and artistic styles. The base was begun in the early 13th century, with the foundation being started in 1385 and the first stones put in place in 1388. The actual construction did not begin until 1394 and was not “finished” until 1467. In reality, the cathedral had numerous additions until the 18th century. The Cathedral’s interior is Gothic; the facade is Baroque. The Cathedral’s bell tower has a first stage with a 15th century Renaissance style and ornamentation from the Hispanic 16th century Plateresque. The second body is in the later Renaissance style and much more purist in ornamentation. The third floor done in the Baroque style has the body with Rococó style and the cupola in the Neoclassic style.
Sounds like someone didn’t plan ahead.
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