Cathedral of Segovia
Plazas are typical of any Spanish town regardless of where it is. I have been to some Spanish towns in the Philippines and they are typically arranged the same way. The plaza usually a large block of land usually turned into a park. The plaza is then surrounded by numerous government buildings. This was the place for the powerful to set up shop. Naturally, the Catholic church also has a spot here. Back then, the Catholic church wielded considerable power this included the town of Segovia. As a result, one of the largest churches in Segovia was built here – the Segovia Cathedral.
Closer Look at the Spires of the Segovia Cathedral
The Segovia Cathedral is off to the left of the Ayuntamiento de Segovia which is the government center of the town, now a museum. The cathedral is a much larger structure and looms large towards the left. Curiously, it doesn’t seem to occupy an optimal place like that government center. The main entrance of the building facing away from the plaza and there is a small side entrance where people can enter. The church itself oozes of Gothic charm. There are numerous spires around the church and it is finally crowned by the main spire. The church itself is earth colored and color I have come to associate with Spanish buildings. It does give off that old world charm and having been to the amazing cathedral in Toledo, I look forward to see this church.
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