Portico of Glory, Santiago de Compostela

Name: Portico of Glory
Address: Santiago de Compostela, Spain

#13 among attractions in Santiago de Compostela

Romanesque architecture

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Portico of Glory, Santiago de Compostela

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The Portico of Glory of Santiago de Compostela Cathedral is a Romanesque portico and the cathedral's main gate created by Master Mateo and his workshop, on the orders of King Ferdinand II of León. The king donated to Mateo one hundred maravedís annually between 1168 and 1188. To commemorate its completion in 1188, the date was carved on a stone set in the cathedral and on the lintel that supports the richly ornamental tympanum. Under the contract made in 1168, if Mateo was to renege on the deal to create the portico at any time, he would have to pay 1,000 gold pieces. The complete three-piece set took until 1211 to completely finish; when the cathedral was consecrated in the presence of King Alfonso IX of León. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 42°52'47"N, 8°32'41"W

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Portico of Glory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Camino de Santiago, Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, Pazo de Raxoi, Monasterio de San Martin Pinario.

~370 ftNE
Hiking, Hiking trail, Outdoor activities
Camino de Santiago, Santiago de Compostela
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~260 ftN
Landmark 11th-century cathedral
Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, Santiago de Compostela
2 min walk • The Santiago de Compostela Cathedral is not only the heart of Santiago, Spain but also one of the most magnificent architectural marvels in the country. This awe-inspiring cathedral is the reputed burial place of Saint James the Great, one of the apostles of Jesus...
~460 ftN
18th-century, French neoclassical palace
Pazo de Raxoi, Santiago de Compostela
3 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Santiago de Compostela, the Pazo de Raxoi stands as a grand testimony to the city's architectural splendor. This elegant palace, situated in the famed Obradoiro Square, faces the renowned Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, making it an...
~960 ftN
Baroque architecture, Monastery, Architecture
Monasterio de San Martin Pinario, Santiago de Compostela
5 min walk • The monastery of San Martiño Pinario was a Benedictine monastery in the city of Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain. It is the second largest monastery in Spain after San Lorenzo de El Escorial.
~1920 ftNE
Monastery, Park, Gothic architecture
Convent of San Domingos de Bonaval, Santiago de Compostela
10 min walk • The Convent of St Dominic is a former Dominican monastery in Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain. The complex includes architecture in various styles including work by the Galician Baroque architect Domingo de Andrade.
0.6 miSE
Church, Romanesque architecture
Colexiata de Sar, Santiago de Compostela
17 min walk • The Church of Santa María a Real do Sar is a church located in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1895.The church lies on the banks of the Sar river, which flows past Santiago.
~1050 ftNE
Church
Capela de Ánimas, Santiago de Compostela
6 min walk • Capela de Ánimas is a church in Santiago de Compostela, Province of A Coruña, Galicia, Spain. It was completed in 1788.
~500 ftNE
Baroque architecture, Monastery, Church
Monastery of San Paio de Antealtares, Santiago de Compostela
3 min walk • The Monastery of San Paio de Antealtares is a monastery in Santiago de Compostela, Galicia, Spain. It was founded in the 11th century by Alfonso II of Asturias and conceived as a Benedictine monastery originally integrated by twelve monks.
~210 ftW
Universities and schools
Colexio de San Xerome, Santiago de Compostela
1 min walk • Colexio de San Xerome is a college in Santiago de Compostela, Province of A Coruña, Galicia, Spain. Founded in 1501, it is located on the Praza do Obradoiro.
~100 ftE
Baroque architecture, Historical place, Architecture
Casa do Cabido, Santiago de Compostela
1 min walk • Casa do Cabido is a historic house in Santiago de Compostela, Province of A Coruña, Galicia, Spain, facing the Praza de Praterías. It was designed for urban beautification in order to decorate and match the surroundings and completed in 1758 in the baroque style.
~230 ftNW
42°52'49"N • 8°32'43"W
Museo Catedral de Santiago, Santiago de Compostela
2 min walk • Museum, History museum

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Which popular attractions are close to Portico of Glory?

Nearby attractions include Casa do Cabido, Santiago de Compostela (1 min walk), Praza de Praterías, Santiago de Compostela (1 min walk), Colexio de San Xerome, Santiago de Compostela (1 min walk), Museo das Peregrinacións de Santiago, Santiago de Compostela (2 min walk).

How to get to Portico of Glory by public transport?

The nearest stations to Portico of Glory:

Bus

Praza de Galicia nº 3 • Lines: 5, 7 (7 min walk)
Praza de Galicia • Lines: 5 (7 min walk)

Train

Santiago de Compostela (17 min walk)