Basílica Santa María La Menor

The only Gothic cathedral of the New World was constructed between 1521 and 1540. The west tower has remained uncompleted due to the risk of hurricanes. In 1546, Pope Paul III elevated the church to Cathedral Primada de las Indias, which held authority over all churches of the New World. In 1586, it was plundered by the English pirate Francis Drake.
The grand façade on the west side, possibly created by Gil de Liendo, is kept in Spanish plateresco style, although influences of early Italian Renaissance... are noticeable. The Habsburg double-headed eagle bears witness to the empire of Charles V.
The three-aisled, late Gothic-style Isabellian hall church displays double rows of pillars, which fan out, palm tree-like, into net vaulting.
The beautiful carved mahogany episcopal throne in the choir dates back to the founding years. It is said to have been crafted by Taíno artists. The Capilla de la Virgen Antigua contains a valuable 16th-century altarpiece. The Capilla San Pedro holds arch frescoes from the 16th century. more

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