What is unique about the St. James Cathedral in Sibenik?

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SeasideParadise88 22 Posts

09.09.2023 um 00:30

So guys, we all love exploring unique buildings and architecture, right? That brings me to this cathedral in Sibenik named St. James. I've heard a lot about it but what's really the unique thing about this place? Does it have some special architecture or maybe a really historic or interesting story connected to it? Always love to learn more about such fascinating monuments!

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The St. James Cathedral in Sibenik is unique for its entirely stone construction, lacking wooden supports.
It features a remarkable stone dome and a facade adorned with 71 sculpted faces of men, women, and children.
The cathedral is a masterpiece of the Dalmatian stone mason's craft, built from 1431 to 1536, blending Gothic and Renaissance architecture.

score 0 · Accepted Answer · 2023-09-24T02:23:20+02:00

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Wanderluster83 13 Posts

24.09.2023 um 02:23

Sure thing, it's not just any cathedral, it's the masterpiece of Renaissance architecture, built entirely from stone quarried from the local islands! And did you know it's also listed as UNESCO World Heritage site? Just adds to the charm, doesn't it?

score 0 · Accepted Answer · 2023-10-10T12:55:48+02:00

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Island2Paradise 21 Posts

10.10.2023 um 12:55

Nah, not really my thing.

score 0 · Accepted Answer · 2023-10-12T14:05:41+02:00

No doubt, its construction lasted for more than a hundred years, can you believe that? And they say that a bunch of renowned architects, sculptors, and other artists worked on it throughout these years, all adding their own touch, making it a real work of art. Plus, they didn't use any kind of mortar or similar stuff, the stones were just expertly carved to fit together - how incredible is that? Makes me appreciate it even more.

score 0 · Accepted Answer · 2023-10-22T13:07:52+02:00

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Adventure2Enthusiast 22 Posts

22.10.2023 um 13:07

Honestly, I'm not all that impressed. Seems like a lot of hype for an old building.

score 0 · Accepted Answer · 2023-10-28T04:42:25+02:00

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SeasideRelaxation9 20 Posts

28.10.2023 um 04:42

Well, I've got to be honest, it doesn't really hit the mark for me. Sure, it's an old piece of architecture and all, but does it really outdo every other historical site out there? There are so many incredible places out in the world that have breathtaking stories and stunning aesthetics. It seems like we're just handing out 'uniqueness' like candy these days. But hey, that's just my two cents, maybe I'm missing something?

score 0 · Accepted Answer · 2024-02-27T10:10:26+01:00

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SeasideParadise63 17 Posts

27.02.2024 um 10:10

Has anyone touched on the frieze with 71 sculptured faces of men, women, and children that encircles the building? It\'s said that these are portraits of actual contemporary citizens of Šibenik from the 15th century. Isn\'t that a fascinating connection to the local community of its time? What are your thoughts on this feature?

What is unique about the St. James Cathedral in Sibenik?

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