Description:
Cathedral dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin, originally built in the 5th century and reconstructed in the 9th, 11th, 12th, 15th and 18th centuries. The building was in a general state of disrepair and the masonry was severely deteriorated due to salt-saturated humidity. Following extensive research, consolidation, conservation and restoration works, all historical phases are identified and adequately presented. Static consolidation by building steel clamps into the walls, desalination of façade, restoration of stucco ceiling decorations, ... An underground sacristy was discovered and now houses the the treasury and temporary exhibitions. The remains of an early Christian baptistery were dicovered and treated similarly.